Precision Machinist – Paper Mill Operations

Packaging Corporation of America; International Falls (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401k with company match

Health benefits after 30 days

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America seeks a Machinist for its International Falls, MN paper mill. You will work as part of a team to support manufacturing operations, read and interpret prints for component fabrication, and use precision measuring tools to ensure tight tolerances.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, plus a 2-year technical program. Safety, reliability, and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a 2-year technical program with maintenance machinist experience preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Support paper manufacturing operations to boost productivity and reduce downtime.
• Create, interpret, and read prints for fabrication of components.
• Use precision measuring equipment for fabrication and machining.
• Operate manual machining equipment including mills, lathes, drills, grinders.
• Perform pump repairs, arc welding, rigging and alignment.

Skills

Read prints

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical program

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

CNC machines

Drill presses

Grinders

Measuring tools

Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People

• Customers
• Trust
  
  

We are seeking applicants for a Machinist in our International Falls, MN Paper Mill. The International Falls facility is a White Paper Mill owned by Packaging Corporation of America.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a team in support of a paper manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Ability to create, interpret, and read prints for fabrication of components.

Ability to use precision measuring equipment for precision fabrication and machining of components.

Ability to operate manual machining equipment such as lathes, milling machines, radial drill press, band saws, threading equipment, grinding equipment, and general machine shop equipment.

Perform pump repair, arc welding, proper rigging, alignment.

Ability to use mobile cranes, lifts, and hoists.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Completion of a 2-year technical program plus experience as a maintenance machinist or equivalent training and experience.

Able to pass pre-employment physical and drug test.

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Must have a valid current driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a paper or other manufacturing environment.

Machinist training and certification are a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must have experience and skills operating Milling machines, lathes, CNC operated machines, drill presses, and grinders.

Proficient with measuring tools of the machinist trade.

Able to analyze and resolve mechanical problems with design and fabrication of parts.

Able to work around mechanical components safely, troubleshoot in a safe manner, taking all precautions needed to protect yourself and those working with you.

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Compensation And Benefits

• Hourly salary range for position: $32.61 (76% Apprentice) to $57.88
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• More information about the Company’s benefits can be found in the Employee Information section of PCA’s website: Employee Information | Packaging Corporation of America
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
  
  

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.