Utility/General Helper

International Paper; Milltown (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

International Paper in Milltown, NJ is seeking a Plant Utility/General Helper to support continuous production. You will operate pre-feeder and press equipment, keep the machine stocked with dies, ink, and supplies, and perform light hand labor as needed.

Responsibilities include mounting print plates, coordinating with operators, and maintaining a clean, safe work area while adhering to quality standards. This role offers growth opportunities within a large, global packaging company.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift ink buckets weighing up to fifty pounds.
• Must safely use T-handle wrenches for setting pull collars and slotting heads.
• Must read a standard tape measure, and read and understand job specification cards.
• Must follow all safety rules and procedures; wear PPE as required.
• Ability to understand and follow directions and to apply instructions from written or oral form.
• Demonstrated ability to add and subtract units; read and copy figures; count and record figures.

Responsibilities

• Operate the machine pre-feeder and press to ensure continuous run.
• Keep the machine fed with stock, printing dies, cutting dies, and ink as needed.
• Perform hand labor such as gluing and other tasks as needed.
• Mount print plates during setup and when returning tooling to the rack.
• Serve as machine supply liaison and setup assistant for assigned functions.
• Perform set up duties on machines as assigned.
• Maintain housekeeping and keep the work area clean and free of clutter.
• Support quality assurance activities as required.
• Complete work as assigned by the Supervisor or Machine Operator.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Wrench operation

Tape measure reading

Safety compliance

Follow directions

Basic math

Problem solving

Job description

Position Title

JOB DESCRIPTION

Plant Utility/General Helper

The Job You Will Perform

• Operates the machine pre-feeder and press as needed to ensure continuous run
• Responsible for keeping the machine fed with stock, printing dies, cutting dies, and ink as needed
• Perform hand labor such has gluing and other labor as needed
• Mount print plates, both during setup and when returning tooling to the racking system
• Responsible to the Operators for whichever function they are assigned to and functions as the machine supply liaison and setup assistant
• Responsible for set up duties on machines as assigned
• Performs basic housekeeping tasks in support of machine operations; keeps work are clean and free from clutter and debris
• Responsible for certain aspects of quality assurance
• Work completed as assigned by the Supervisor and /or Machine Operator

The Skills You Will Bring

• Must be able to lift ink buckets weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to safely use T-handle wrenches for setting pull collars and slotting/scoring heads.
• Must be able to read a standard tape measure,and read and understand job specification cards.
• Must follow all safety rules and procedures; watch out for crew member’s safety at all times; always follow lock out and tag out procedures; always use personal protective equipment (steel toed shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs and safety vest, Kevlar gloves, etc.).
• Work requires the ability to understand and follow directions.
• Demonstrated ability to add and subtract all units of measure; read and copy figures; and count and record figures.
• A comprehension level is required to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form and to deal with problems.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper 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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].