Production Operator

Your Job

Join us for open interviews on Tuesday, October 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Six and Kane (63 North Fraley Street in Kane PA).

Start your career with Georgia-Pacific as a Production Operator at our Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) facility in Mt. Jewett, Pennsylvania. We are hiring motivated individuals who want more than a job. These entry-level opportunities offer competitive pay, advancement potential, and the chance to build a long-term manufacturing career with one of the world's leading manufacturers.

Our Production Operators work Monday through Friday on set eight-hour shifts (6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., or 10:00 p.m.-6:00 a.m.). You do not rotate shifts. Interested individuals should have the ability to work all three shifts.

Competitive Starting Pay: Start at $20.00 per hour and advance to Operator I at $21.50 per hour after meeting established training and performance expectations.

Variable Pay: Eligible employees may receive a monetary bonus based on applicable performance measures and production targets.

Retention Bonus: This role is eligible for retention bonus opportunities following successful completion of the 90-day probationary period and again after one year of employment, subject to the terms of the applicable program.

Competitive Benefits Package: Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and other valuable benefits. Additional shift differential is available for second- and third-shift positions.

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 drawer bottoms, cabinet backs, interior wall and ceiling panels, modular partitions, and door skins.

At Georgia-Pacific Mt. Jewett MDF, safety is our top priority. Over the last decade, we have invested millions in advanced safety improvements because safety is a core value of our operation.

What You Will Do

• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Meet or exceed facility and company goals for production and quality
• Perform housekeeping activities that help keep equipment functioning properly, reduce hazards, and maintain the appearance of the facility
• Assist in operating production equipment and provide support for other operators during breaks or absences
• Perform physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing stairs and ladders, stooping, standing, reaching, pushing, and pulling throughout the shift
• Learn multiple production processes and operating areas to increase individual contribution and compensation potential
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including varying weather conditions and a noisy industrial setting

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six months or more of work experience

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in a wood products manufacturing environment
• Experience working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment
• Experience in material handling, forklift operation, production operation, machine operation, or utility roles
• Experience reading a tape measure
• Experience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functions

At 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.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

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.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf