Repair Shop Machinist

Georgia Pacific Corp.; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive pay

benefits

quarterly performance-based bonuses

opportunities to advance

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Green Bay is seeking a motivated Repair Shop Machinist to join our Maintenance Department. The role performs hands-on mechanical repair and machining to support safe, reliable mill operations.

Qualified candidates identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical issues with a strong emphasis on safety and quality, with benefits and quarterly performance-based bonuses. Opportunities to advance are based on capability and performance rather than seniority.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Millwright, Mechanic, Machinist, or related field or a related degree.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, or dial indicators.

Responsibilities

• Use precision measuring instruments to complete repairs and verify tolerances on gearboxes, agitators, pumps, and other equipment.
• Operate conventional machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, hydraulic presses, boring bars, radial drills, and roll grinding equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Work independently with limited supervision while maintaining safety and quality.
• Dismantle, inspect, and assemble equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve reliability.

Skills

Millwright/Machinist exp

Precision measurement tools

Blueprints & drawings

Safety focused

Education

Related degree or 2+ years experience

Tools

CNC lathe

CNC milling

Job description

Our Georgia-Pacific Green Bay Broadway mill is seeking a motivated and skilled Repair Shop Machinist to join our Maintenance Departmen t . In this skilled hourly role , you will perform hands‑on mechanical repair and machining work that supports safe, reliable, and efficient mill operations .

We are seeking candidates who can identify , trouble shoot, and resolve mechanical issues while maintaining a strong focus on safety and quality. This role offers comprehensive benefits:

• competitive pay
• benefits
• quarterly performance-based bonuses
• opportunities to advance based on capability, contribution, and performance rather than seniority

Our Team

Our Green Bay Broadway Mill manufactures and distributes leading commercial and retail paper products, including bath tissue, napkins, and paper towels. Every day, our employees help deliver products that people rely on while contributing to a strong and stable economy throughout Northeastern Wisconsin.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities will be aligned with your skills and experience and may include:

• Use precision measuring instruments to compl ete repairs and verify tolerances on gearboxes, agitators, pumps, and other equipment
• Operate conventional machine shop equipment, including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders, hydraulic presses, boring bars, radial drills, and roll grinding equipment
• Interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances
• Work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Dismantle, inspect, and assemble equipment
• Identify component wear and damage and evaluate clearances and tolerances in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Fabricate or modify components to meet dimensional and tolerance requirements
• Assemble and install parts, ensuring proper alignment, clearances, and tolerances
• Maintain, inspect, and calibrate tools and gauges
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve reliability
• Work independently with limited supervision while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Perform lifting, pushing, and pulling of materials or equipment weighing 30-50 pounds

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Two (2) years of experience as a Millwright, Mechanic, Machinist, or in a related field OR a related degree
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, or dial indicators

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with CNC lathe or milling operations
• Experience performing mechanical maintenance, repair, or machining work in an industrial or manufacturing 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. 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 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
• 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. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

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.