Machine Operator

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring an experienced Machine Operator to join our Corrugated facility in Spartanburg, SC!

Starting Pay:

• $21 - $25 per hour depending on experience, with growth opportunities up to $30 per hour
• Shift Differential: 2 nd Shift - $1 per hour, 3 rd Shift - $0.50 per hour

Standard Weekly Hours:

• 2 nd Shift: Mon-Fri: 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• 3 rd Shift: Sun: 10:00pm - 7:00am, Mon-Thurs: 11:00pm - 7:00am

Shift Details/Overtime Requirements:

• Candidates must be available to work up to 4 hours before and/or after assigned shift to cover for vacations, absences, and open positions as needed.
• Weekend work may be required.
• The first 2 weeks to 4 weeks of orientation and training will likely be on 1st shift (7:00am - 3:00pm).

Physical Location

3100 Southport Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29302

What You Will Do

• Serve as primary operator on box-making machinery (Flexo Folder Gluer, EVOL, and/or Die Cutter), to produce finished boxes.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
• Understand key metrics and operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets.
• Assist in the setup, operation, and monitoring of machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Proactively prep orders by ensuring all necessary materials and components are ready for use in the production process.
• Monitor and/or enter data into computer control systems.
• Serve as a knowledgeable leader on your machine, providing training, direction, motivation, and support to fellow team members.
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area.
• Identify potential improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Machine Operator with at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment.
• Lifelong learner who is motivated to learn, grow, and improve each day.
• Hard-working, positive, "can-do" teammate who generously shares knowledge with others.
• Role model who displays responsibility, integrity, respect for others, and humility.
• Proven winner who is driven to succeed and deliver outstanding results.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience working in Corrugated or similar packaging industry.
• Die Cut, EVOL, or Flexo Folder Gluer Operator experience.
• Previous leadership experience in manufacturing, military, or industrial environment.

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Hiring Philosophy

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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.

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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

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