PRODUCTION OPERATOR - DRY VENEER NIGHTS - CAMDEN PLYWOOD

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Camden (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Camden, TX is hiring a Production Operator for the Dryer Dept. This night-shift role requires operating machinery to meet production targets while keeping a safe, clean work environment.

You will learn machine operations, adapt to a 36/48 hour rotation, and work with a team to achieve manufacturing goals. Starting rate is $20 per hour plus $1.50 night shift premium, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• At least six months of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment.
• Two years of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment.
• Experience operating machines.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate various machines throughout the department.
• Adjust to changing work schedules to meet business demands.
• Perform clean-up duties such as removing trash, veneer, and other debris from production equipment.
• Assist team members throughout the mill as needed while prioritizing safety.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Job description

PRODUCTION OPERATOR - DRY VENEER NIGHTS - CAMDEN PLYWOOD

PRODUCTION OPERATOR – DRY VENEER – NIGHT SHIFT

The starting rate is $20 per hour + $1.50 Night Shift Premium

Schedule: 36 hrs./48 hrs. - 2-week rotation.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring for Production Operators in the Dryer Dept. of our Plywood mill, in CAMDEN, TX. This is a Night Shift position with opportunity for advancement.

In this role you will learn to operate machinery to expected production levels, maintain a safe and clean working environment, and work collaboratively to complete manufacturing goals. If you are motivated by working with your hands, learning new and exciting tasks, and working within a team toward a common goal, this may be the job for you.

What You Will Do

• Learn to operate various machines throughout the department
• Adjust to changing work schedules to meet business demands
• Perform clean-up duties such as removing trash, veneer, and other debris from production equipment
• Assist team members throughout the mill as needed while prioritizing safety

Other Considerations

• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to 12 hours a day
• Pull and lift veneer, panels, or scraps that could be up to 25 lbs.
• Work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment
• Work 12-hour schedule that includes weekends and holidays
• Walk on elevated catwalks over 15 feet high to perform daily duties

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• At least six (6) months of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) years of experience in manufacturing, military, industrial, farming, agriculture, landscaping, carpentry or construction environment?
• Experience operating machines

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.