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Position Title :

3rd Shift Machine Operator

Pay Rate : Category / Shift :

Category / Shift :

Hourly Full-Time ( 3rd shift) OT and Weekends may be required

Physical Location : 152 Iodent Way

152 Iodent Way

Suite A

Elizabethton, TN 37643

423-542-2112

The Job You Will Perform :

Makes ready, maintains and operates corrugated manufacturing press machine in which you are assigned. (rotary die cutters, flexo folder gluers, labeler and folder gluer machinery)

Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.

Feeding, catching and stacking corrugated sheets at machine feed and stacking stations.

Oversees / performs order setups including setting heads, mounting of print plates and dies, maintaining safety, quality and required housekeeping standards.

Ensures all orders are completed to specifications including special instructions if applicable.

Other duties as assigned by managers and or supervisors / shift leader which may include parts and hand assembly.

Safety champion for your crew

The Skills You Will Bring :

High School Diploma or GED preferred. Trade School and / or advanced degree preferred.

Two years or more experience in a manufacturing setting preferred. (corrugated manufacturing is a plus).

Ability to problem solve with minimal assistance.

Ability to communicate effectively with other employees, supervisors, managers, etc.

Basic computer skills (data entry, etc) and be able to perform basic arithmetic including additions, subtractions, multiplications, division and use of a tape measure.

Comply with all IPs Safety rules and Quality policies and protocols at all times.

Ability to learn and understand machine line up.

Ability to understand / learn all operations of corrugated manufacturing.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions given in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Ability to understand / learn and accurately utilize KIWI for setup, run instructions and production times.

Must be dependable and reliable

Ability to work in an environment that is often hot in the summer and cool in the winter.

This position requires standing throughout your entire shift and moderate to heavy lifting at times.

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and / or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), 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) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness.

Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe.

Net sales for 2022 were $ billion. Additional information can be found by visiting

Last updated : 2024-05-12