PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN

Georgia Pacific; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading manufacturer where you will play a vital role in producing high-quality tissue products. This position as a Production Technician offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and grow within a company that values innovation and teamwork. With a competitive hourly wage and a generous sign-on bonus, you will be part of a collaborative environment that prioritizes safety and efficiency. If you are ready to take on challenges and contribute to a well-respected brand, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Educational Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• 1 year or more working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to operate equipment and monitor production standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to meet production specifications.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Equipment Operation

Troubleshooting Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer/Tablets

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific is seeking Production Technicians at our Plattsburgh, NY facility to manufacture Quilted Northern Ultra Plush tissue safely and efficiently. This position offers opportunities for development within your role and future growth within the company. The Production Technicians work a rotating 12-hr shift to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The pay for this position starts at $21.53 per hour. $1000 sign on bonus!

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific's Plattsburgh facility uses state of the art innovation and technology to manufacture Quilted Northern Ultra Plush Tissue. Quilted Northern is a brand of choice and is widely used in homes and businesses across the country.

What You Will Do

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Monitor and/or entry into computer control systems
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting, 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)

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year or more working in a manufacturing, industrial, construction or military environment

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device

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. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

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 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. 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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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