Production Laborer - 24/7 Paper Mill, Growth Path

Ahlstrom; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 3,581,760 - 4,959,360; Full time

Job summary

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is seeking candidates for production positions across paper machines, coating prep, stock prep, and shipping. Pay is $31.06 per hour with shift differential, and the plant runs 24/7, requiring willingness to work rotating shifts, nights, overtime, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and at least 2 years manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, HSED, or GED required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• 2 years of work experience (manufacturing preferred).
• Pass selection/testing criteria.
• Problem solving skills.
• Mechanical ability.
• “Safe from the Start” attitude.
• Overall positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assists Paper Machine Winder Operator and Hot Soft Calender Operator.
• Cuts and notches cores, installs core plugs.
• Returns empty spools to paper machine using bridge/overhead crane.
• Cleans paper machine equipment and rolls using hoses, high pressure washers, sponges, etc.
• Assists paper machine crew, e.g., slabs paper, puts up splices, cleans rolls and helps tail (thread) the machine after a break.
• Work in extremely hot areas and around high-speed moving equipment
• Lifts up to 50 pounds regularly
• Push and/or pull up to 130 pounds
• Climb stairs and ladders
• Considerable amount of walking, reaching, turning, and twisting
• Read and use measuring devices
• Legible handwriting
• Perform basic math and data entry
• Using a computer system to assist with manufacturing process and ability to understand computer reports
• Comprehend and following written procedures and policies
• Regular, predictable attendance
• Working all days of the week (all operations are 24/7)
• Working shifts (7-3; 3-11; 11-7; sometimes all 3 within the same work week)
• Working overtime as business needs dictate
• Additional essential job functions are applicable to specific jobs.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical ability

Safe from the Start attitude

Positive attitude

Reading measuring devices

Basic math

Data entry

Computer literacy

Stamina

Education

High school diploma / GED / HSED

Driver's license

2 years manufacturing experience (preferred)

Job description

Ahlstrom Stevens Point Mill is seeking candidates for production positions across paper machines, coating prep, stock prep, and shipping. Pay is $31.06 per hour with shift differential, and the plant runs 24/7, requiring willingness to work rotating shifts, nights, overtime, weekends and holidays.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and at least 2 years manufacturing experience preferred.