Production Associate

Sustana; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 77,145,600 - 79,900,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms

Life insurance

Short & Long Term disability insurance

Job summary

Sustana's De Pere, WI facility is seeking a production team member for a 12-hour rotating DuPont schedule, day and night shifts on a self-managed team. You will operate wetlap, dryer, and DCS/DeltaV systems while performing quality tests and material handling with forklifts.

Competitive pay starting at $27.04 per hour plus a strong benefits package including 401(k), health/dental/vision, and paid time off. Prior mill/production or warehouse experience preferred; safety-minded candidates

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a paper mill, production or warehouse preferred.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Safety-conscious mindset and adherence to safety procedures.
• Flexibility to work a Du Pont schedule and overtime as needed.
• Forklift experience preferred; training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and ensure others safety.
• Learn a minimum of 3 of 6 positions within the mill.
• Operate Wetlap machine and Dryer.
• Run Quality Testing on finished product.
• Operate equipment in facility through DCS/Delta V.
• On shift maintenance skills.
• UnLoad trailers of waste paper with forklifts.
• Grade waste paper to determine mix and blends for finished goods quality.
• Safely set up batches for the pulping system for quality and profitability.
• Communicate with co-workers and shifts about important information.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Physical strength

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift training

DCS/DeltaV familiarity

Job description

Sustana is the leading manufacturer of sustainably produced, premium recycled fiber and paper, utilizing post-consumer material to create high-quality, low carbon footprint products. We have 12 different locations across North America in three different segments of the pulp and paper industry (Paper, Fiber and Recovery). The Sustana Fiber facility in De Pere, WI. is the leading manufacturer of recycled fiber. Our culture sets us apart - We take care of our customers and associates while acting as stewards of the environment; our success is based on our ability to continually improve all aspects of our business, including the effectiveness of our associates.

This position will work 12 hour rotating shifts to include day shifts and night shifts on one of our self-managed production teams. Our highly automated de-inking process is run with state-of-the-art equipment. We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits program along with the opportunity to work in a progressive, safety conscious work environment.

Including The Responsibilities Below

• Work safely and ensure others safety.
• Required to learn a minimum of 3 of 6 positions within the mill which can include:
• Operate Wetlap machine and Dryer
• Run Quality Testing on finished product.
• Operate equipment in facility through DCS/Delta V.
• On shift maintenance skills
• Do chemical unloading and process checks
• Operate bale line and load finished goods
• Troubleshooting and correcting process issues.
• Unload trailers of waste paper with forklifts.
• Grade waste paper to determine mix and blends for finished goods quality.
• Safely set up batches for the pulping system with the best mix of waste paper for maintaining quality while maximizing profitability.
• Communicate with co-workers during the shift and with on-coming/out-going shifts regarding any important information from the shift (how things ran; waste paper quality; finished goods testing results; etc.).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a paper mill, production or warehouse role preferred.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Safety-conscious mindset and adherence to safety procedures.
• Flexibility to work a Du Pont schedule and overtime as needed.
• Forklift experience preferred, however training can be provided

Physical Requirements And Working Environment

• Work Location: In Person

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms
• Life insurance
• Short & Long Term disability insurance

Additional Information

• Schedule: 12 hour DuPont schedule that includes day shifts (6:30am-6:30pm) and night shifts (6:30pm-6:30am)
• Pay: From $27.04 per hour