Tissue Paper Machine Operator

Georgia Pacific; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and time off

Job summary

Georgia-Pacific in Neenah, Wisconsin is looking for a motivated Tissue Paper Machine Operator to support the paper-making process. The role includes operating machines, troubleshooting equipment, and adhering to quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least one year of machine operation experience and a High School Diploma or GED.

This position offers a four-day work week with potential for overtime and a robust benefits package, including medical insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in machine operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical/industrial equipment.
• Experience with Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Operate the paper machine within operational targets and limits.
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize run time.
• Maintain high standards of quality and product safety.

Skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting mechanical equipment

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific facility in Neenah, Wisconsin is seeking a Tissue Paper Machine Operator. This position provides an opportunity for a motivated, hardworking individual to learn and advance knowledge of the paper‑making process. Georgia-Pacific believes in creating a safe work environment where employees feel empowered to complete tasks safely.

Paper Machine Operators work a 4‑day, 10‑hour schedule (5:30 am to 3:30 pm), Monday through Thursday, with the opportunity for overtime due to deadlines, special projects and other concerns. Our work environment is hot, humid, with some level of noise and dust.

Our Team

The Neenah Technical Center is the central site for research, development, and lab services for Georgia-Pacific North American Consumer Products division. The R&D areas include commercial and retail towels, tissues, napkins and dispensers, Dixie products and process development. The team plays an instrumental role in delivering quality products to customers and distinguishing Georgia-Pacific from competitors.

Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities involving pulp‑handling, chemical application and paper‑roll handling
• Operate the paper machine within operational targets and limits based on paper‑trial specifications
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize run time and trial learnings
• Provide feedback to the team on improvement ideas using KPI tools
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations related to LOTO, machine guarding, spill and fire protection
• Maintain high standards of quality and product safety by following GMPs
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with team members and various departments

Basic Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience in machine operation in a manufacturing environment
• Experience troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical/industrial equipment
• Experience utilizing applications including Excel, Word, Outlook
• High School Diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in tissue and towel papermaking
• Experience in a beater room
• Experience working with and handling chemicals
• Forklift operation experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (ADD) insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid vacation and time off
• Educational assistance
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance (may vary by region)

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