Production Operator

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Georgia-Pacific Cedar Springs, GA is looking for Mill Production Utility Worker with one or more years of industrial experience. Our Mill Production Utility Crew role is an entry level position that provides excellent learning and advancement opportunities in the areas of automation, technology, equipment operations and controls systems. Bringing your background in computer and handheld devices (yes, even your phone can count!) will help you in growing towards increased wage opportunities. We are looking for individuals who are open-minded with a thirst for knowledge and a willingness to work safely in our high-volume manufacturing facility.

Shift: Our production areas work an 8-hour rotating shifts that includes weekends, holidays and overtime when needed.

Compensation: Starting rate for this position is $22.07 per hour, with two weeks (prorated based on hire date) of paid vacation eligibility per year after 90 days.

Career growth is not all we offer - Medical, Dental and Vision benefits, Health Savings accounts with company matching, 401K with company match, pension programs, education reimbursement, rotating shifts, and paid training are also offered to every employee at Georgia-Pacific.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific's Cedar Springs, GA facility is one of the largest containerboard facilities in the country. The facility has approximately 500 employees with three paper machines that make different weights of brown paper and containerboard paper. It is located in the southwest corner of Georgia about 25 miles from Dothan, AL, just 1.5 hours from two major capital cities: Tallahassee, FL and Montgomery, AL. To learn more about our Packaging Division, visit www.gppackaging.com

What You Will Do

• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Operate mobile equipment in various environments
• Gain knowledge and skill experience to enable team and personal advancement
• Perform equipment cleanup and operator care including minor maintenance tasks to ensure a safe and orderly workspace
• Work in a team environment to help the mill safely produce quality products for our customers
• Perform repetitive tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs., walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for extended periods of time, in a hot, humid, cold, dusty, and noisy industrial environment - this may also include working in high and/or confined spaces

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED
• One year or more experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) year technical degree in Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Manufacturing, or an Industrial Technician Certification
• Experience using a computer to include utilizing Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Experience operating a lift truck with multiple attachments; fork, clamp, bale, etc.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a manufacturing or production environment
• Experience working in any of the following facilities: Water treatment, Chemical, Power generation, Woodyard, or Lumber facility

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.

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 Opportunities

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. Please click here for additional information.