Production Associate/Utility

International Paper; Plant City (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer as a Production Associate/Utility in Plant City, FL. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, shift differentials, and opportunities for advancement. You'll work in a comprehensive safety-focused environment. The position includes generous benefits and bonuses after certain tenure milestones.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid Time Off

Education & Development

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Preferably with manufacturing/production experience.
• Ability to identify quality defects.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and assist operators.
• Perform quality checks and monitor production.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to work independently

Quality monitoring

Teamwork

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.58/hr - $26.94/hr

Position Title

Production Associate/Utility

Pay Rate

Starting at $21.58/Hour + shift differential

After successful completion of training, position will pay up to $26.94/Hour + shift differential based on experience

Sign On Bonus

$500 after 90 days,

$500 after 6 months,

$500 after 1 year and an additional bonus at 2 years

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time - 3rd Shift

• The plant operates 24/5
• Must be open to working both 2nd and 3rd shift
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed; significant overtime may be needed during busy periods.
  
  

Physical Location:

Plant City Box

2402 Police Center Drive

Plant City, FL 33566

The Job You Will Perform

• Following all safety rules and procedures
• Assisting single-facer and double-backer operators prepare rolls for splices and order changes.
• Assisting clean single facers when they are not in operation.
• Performing other corrugator (wet/dry end) crew-member duties during break periods, as needed
• Working with other associates(s) to change corrugator flute rolls when roll changes are needed.
• Assisting other crew members with the daily cleaning of the machine
• Assisting on the sheet line as needed when sheet orders are produced.
• Assist and clear any jam ups that occur on the dry end and bring back to running status.
• Maintain the chop out carts to an acceptable level for changeover/order change.
• Adjust in COPAR to produce quality products.
• Produce the right load tags for the orders that will be ran.
• Perform quality checks per SPI’s and input them into QMS (dimensions, PINS, caliper, Soaks, moisture)
• Ensure all waste is disposed of for every order.
• Pro-actively assist machine operators.
• Clean the dry end per the weekly clean up tracker.
• Organize and manage WIP line to maximize storage.
• Communicate quality issues with the crew if necessary.
• Training on and learning all corrugator crew positions to be able to perform those jobs during vacation, call-in, and/or other absence situations.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area – 6S
• Daily emptying all the waste containers in the corrugator department, including those in the supervisors’ office
• Receiving, unloading, and storing the corrugator raw materials in the proper areas
• Work effectively as a team member.
• Keep up with the pace of the machine (order changes, outfeed lines, load tags)
• Have a productive shift change with incoming employees. (Communication)
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervision
  
  

The Skills You Will Bring

• Firsthand manufacturing/production work experience preferred.
• Corrugated industry experience preferred.
• Ability to identify quality defects and monitor the quality of production.
• The ability to work in a demanding environment with minimal supervision.
• The ability to accurately read a tape measure and use basic shop math.
• The ability to accurately perform tasks after being explained and demonstrated, follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
• Punctuality, excellent work ethic, and a cheerful outlook
  
  

The Benefits You Will Enjoy

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward for sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring, and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged, and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing and Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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