Production Operator - Paragould

Georgia Pacific; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

flexible spending and health savings账户

life insurance

ADD

disability

retirement

paid vacation/time off

educational assistance

infertility assistance

paid parental leave

adoption assistance

Job summary

Anchor Packaging, a Georgia Pacific company, is seeking Production Operators for its Paragould, AR facility to ensure efficient production and packaging of quality products.

Pay is $22.00–$24.00 per hour with a $0.75 night shift differential. Shifts include Night 6:55pm–7:00am and Day 6:55am–7:00pm, in a loud, high-volume environment. Candidates need basic manufacturing experience and computer use ability.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment.
• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate thermoforming equipment including extruders, ovens, former and trim press at targeted efficiencies while maintaining product quality and GMPs.
• Troubleshoot and adjust thermoforming equipment settings.
• Ensure product quality meets standards through visual inspections and testing equipment.
• Use a computer to retrieve and enter product information.
• Ensure labels and packaging materials match product and work orders.
• Assist with changeovers and minor PMs.
• Promote timely and effective communication between packers, other operators, supervisors, and support staff.
• Follow and maintain all safety policies and critical safety behaviors.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Computer proficiency

Job description

Your Job

Anchor Packaging, a Georgia Pacific company, is looking for individuals to join their dynamic team of Production Operators at the Paragould, AR facility. The Production Operator's primary responsibility is to ensure efficient production and packaging of a quality product at the appropriate cost all the while maintaining or enhancing employee morale.

Our Team

A global innovation leader in designing and manufacturing rigid food containers and food service cling film in the USA since 1963. Committed to protecting food and the environment by using materials that reduce food and packaging waste to conserve valuable natural resources while delivering what the chef intended. Our partners at restaurant chains, supermarkets, convenience stores, food processors, and the distributors that warehouse and ship to these market segments utilize our award-winning performance features in durable packaging that preserves food quality, taste, and texture.

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.00 with $0.75 shift differential for nights

Shifts Available:

• Night Shift: 6:55pm to 7:00am
• Day Shift: 6:55am to 7:00pm

What You Will Do

• Operate thermoforming equipment including extruders, ovens, former and trim press at targeted efficiencies while maintaining product quality while following all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Troubleshoot and adjust thermoforming equipment settings
• Ensure the quality of the product meets standards through visual inspections and testing equipment
• Use a computer to retrieve and enter product information
• Ensure labels and packaging materials match product and work orders
• Assist with changeovers and minor PMs
• Promote timely and effective communication between packers, other operators, supervisors, and support staff
• Follow and maintain all safety policies and critical safety behaviors while ensuring assigned team members adhere to the same safety standards.
• Perform tasks such as lifting up to 70lbs, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• One (1) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment
• Experience working with a computer, tablet, or smartphone

What Will Put You Ahead

• Three (3) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, automotive, agricultural, or military environment

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

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 the 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 Benefits

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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• infertility assistance
• paid parental leave
• adoption assistance

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf