What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at International Paper?
Position Title:
Production Associate
(Utility)
- Entry-level
- Not a Forklift Operator role
Pay Rate:
$23.99 per hour ( shift differential of $.50 per hour working night shift)
Sign on Bonus:
$500 after 30 days,
$500 after 6 months,
$500 after 1 year and an additional bonus at 2 years
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time.
Night Shift: 6:45pm – 7:15am. 12.5 hour shifts with 3 or 4 workdays/week
- Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed; significant overtime may be needed during busy periods.
Physical Location:
Tampa Box Plant
6706 N 53rd St
Tampa, FL 33610
The Job You Will Perform:
- Safely run machines and follow all safety rules and practices at all times;
- Count and stack finished product;
- Learn customer requirements and specifications by reading factory work orders, print cards, and design specifications;
- Utilize basic shop math;
- Accurately read tape measures, gauges and other test equipment;
- Coordinate activities with other crew members to efficiently set up and run orders;
- Maintain quality and production standards as required by the company;
- Continually monitor the quality and quantity of production;
- Maintain housekeeping continually during the assigned shift;
- Perform quality inspections and tests, and record findings;
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
The Skills You Will Bring:
- Hands-on manufacturing/production work experience (corrugated industry machine operation experience preferred)
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Abilty to identify quality defects and monitor the quality of production
- The ability to accurately read a tape measure and use basic shop math
- Abiltiy to accurately perform tasks after they are explained and demonstrated
- The ability to learn, follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
- Punctuality, good work ethic, and a positive attitude
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
- Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
- Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
- Medical & Dental
- Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
- Life & Disability Insurance
The Career You Will Build:
- Promotional opportunities
- Leadership training
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 120 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 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting 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.
