Sheeter Operator Team Member

Sylvamo Corporation; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvamo is hiring for a Material Handler at our Sumter, SC plant to support daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced paper converting environment. You will handle material, load finished goods, and maintain a safe, organized workspace while meeting production and quality goals.

Starting pay begins at $21.22 per hour with potential progression to $33.28 as you demonstrate performance and growth. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability within a supportive, equal-opportunity

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Professional verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor precision sheeting equipment.
• Set up machines and perform product changeovers.
• Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and clear jams safely.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Work with team members to meet production, safety and quality goals.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Sylvamo, we’re a team on a mission. Joining us, you’ll be helping to sustain forests and renew ecosystems, while delivering on the promise of paper to educate, communicate and entertain the world.

Come grow with us!

Join a Global Leader. Build Your Future.

Sylvamo, a Memphis, Tennessee-based company with approximately $4 billion in annual revenue, is the world's leading producer of uncoated freesheet paper. We deliver sustainable paper solutions to customers worldwide and employ approximately 6,500 team members across manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, and Europe.

As we continue to grow, Sylvamo is investing in a new 300,000-square-foot warehouse at our Sumter Sheet Plant in Sumter, South Carolina. We are looking for motivated, talented individuals who want to be part of this exciting expansion and help us achieve our vision of being the Employer, Supplier, and Investment of Choice. Join our team and be part of an organization committed to safety, sustainability, innovation, and success.

Come join our production and logistics team supporting daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced paper converting environment. This role focuses on accurate material handling, loading finished goods, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace.

Starting pay begins at $21.22, with rapid overall performance progression to $25.94 and a top rate of $33.28, offering strong long-term earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor precision sheeting equipment
• Set up machines and perform product changeovers
• Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and clear jams safely
• Complete production and quality documentation
• Work with team members to meet production, safety and quality goals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and maintain a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Professional verbal and written communication.

Physical & Cognitive Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs. and work on your feet for most of the shift.
• Operate warehouse machinery and move frequently throughout the facility.
• Multitask, prioritize, and respond quickly to issues with sound judgment.

Sylvamo partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Sylvamo is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off and paid holidays per year.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more.
• paid time off and paid holidays per year.

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Details

Pay Type Hourly