Nov 02, 2018
Full time
Now Hiring Operators-in-Training!
Georgia-Pacific is one of the world's leading makers of tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals. Our products are part of everyday life. While they fill a diverse range of home commercial and industrial needs, they have one thing in common: they're all made to high standards of quality and safety. Sustainability comes naturally to people at Georgia-Pacific. Not only do our products help improve people’s lives, but we also operate in ways that enhance the quality of life in our communities, help ensure the economic stability of our company and help protect our environmental resource s . Want to learn more about Georgia-Pacific?
The Georgia-Pacific Madera plant is looking to expand our team of talented individuals by hiring Operators-in-Training. Candidates selected for this role will have the unique opportunity to train with our experienced machine operators and learn our process of producing corrugated boxes from start to finish. After training, the sky is the limit! Successful trainees have the opportunity to move into Machine Operator roles on our many different pieces of equipment! This position may be right for you if you are:
A Team Player – Our equipment is complex and highly-technical – You can’t do it alone! Our employees collaborate every day to produce quality product, overcome challenges, and implement improvements.
Safety-Obsessed – GP employees are expected to place protection of health and safety and the environment first, no matter how urgent the job.
Ready to Grow – Our Operators in Training are the future leaders of our plant. The right candidate will have a desire to learn and advance in our organization.
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What do you need?
The Operator-in-Training role is an Entry-Level role. Previous experience is not required, but successful candidates must be:
High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of prior work experience
Willing and able to obtain a mobile equipment certification and operate mobile equipment
Willing and able to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed
Willing and able to work any shift, weekends, holidays and overtime, as needed
Willing and able to work around dust, oil, grease, chemicals, and other substances
Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for at least eight (8) hours a day
Willing and able to wear the necessary Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) (i.e. hard hats, safety glasses, face shield, chemical suit, respirator, ear plugs, hearing protection, steel-toe boots or safety shoes and other PPE required by specific job)
What will put you ahead?
One (1) year of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, or warehouse environment
Previous corrugated packaging industry experience
Experience troubleshooting in a manufacturing setting
Benefits and Perks
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
Retirement Savings Plan
Life Insurance Options
Educational Resources
Discounts on Products and Services
Opportunity for Advancement
Diversity at Georgia-Pacific
Georgia-Pacific comes together as one company: a wide-ranging and evolving community of people working together. Diversity in experience, thought and culture makes GP a better place. Follow a day in the life of GP employees and see how no matter the job role, background, age, culture or race, we are one GP. We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.
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