* $18.50/hr+ minimum starting rate, $1,500 retention bonus, Quarterly bonus eligibility, work-life balance friendly schedule, and 401k w/ match *
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Your Job
Georgia-Pacific is hiring Entry Level Production Operators for our Mount Jewett location. This entry-level production position creates value by working in a general labor capacity alongside the other operators to meet and exceed production goals. New employees that have a strong focus on safety, and who demonstrate initiative and a sense of urgency will find fulfillment as an integral part of a successful team.
Our Production Operators work Monday -- Friday, 8 hour set shifts (6a-2p, 2p-10p, 10p-6a) -- you don't rotate. We work indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions in a noisy industrial environment.
Our Team
Georgia-Pacific in Mount Jewett, Pennsylvania manufactures Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), a popular substitution for hardboard in residential and industrial applications such as for drawer bottoms, cabinet backs, interior wall and ceiling panels, modular partitions, and door skins. Georgia-Pacific's building product business has consistently been among the nation's top suppliers of building products to building materials dealers and large warehouse retailers. Georgia-Pacific employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury free workplace.
What You Will Do
Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and proceduresMeet or exceed facility and company goals for production and qualityPerform heavy-duty housekeeping to keep machinery functioning properly, reducing hazards, and maintaining the appearance of the plantAssist in operating production equipment and filling in for other operators during breaks or absencesPerform tasks such as pulling, pushing, and lifting to 50 lbs., as well as walking, climbing, including stairs, ladders, stooping, standing, and reaching for up to 12hrsWho You Are (Basic Qualifications)
High School Diploma or GEDMinimum of 6 months of work experienceWhat Will Put You Ahead
Experience in a wood products manufacturing environmentExperience working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environmentExperience in material handling, forklift operation, production operation, machine operation, or utilityExperience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functionsAt 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.