Job Description
We produce everything from the paper cup that may have held your coffee this morning, to the carton that contained your frozen meal last night, to the basket that held your beer or soda bottles last weekend. As one of the world’s largest global producer of fiber-based consumer packaging, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
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Role Summary
The Production Apprentice is an entry level, production position in our Texarkana, TX Mill. This role operates, assists, and supports the manufacturing operations throughout the Mill. This involves working with high speed, continuous process equipment and mobile equipment operation in a safe and efficient manner.
Job Accountabilities
- Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Maintain strict compliance with all Company safety and environmental practices
- Responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation Mill equipment
- Perform various operations functions, such as materials movement, labeling and packaging, collecting, and removing broke/scrap materials,
- Performing cleaning and housekeeping tasks throughout Mill area(s)
- Operating and monitor mill machines, equipment, valves, and processes.
- Employ standard operating procedures to adjust, maintain, start, stop production equipment
- Communicates with the Unit Operator, Maintenance, and Supervisor to make field adjustments in response to changing process conditions to address or prevent issues
- Other duties as assigned
Required Characteristics
- High School Diploma or GED/equivalent must be verified
- Ability to follow written plans and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to perform basic math, reading, and writing skills
- Ability to perform typical physical aspects of the job, including standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), sitting, bending, and reaching
- Ability to work in confined spaces and wear self-contained breathing apparatus when required
- Able to work a twelve (12) hour rotating shift schedule, holidays, weekends, and overtime
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must be able to pass pre-employment background screening and drug screen
Desired Characteristics
- Two (2) years of experience in industrial or manufacturing environment
- Experience working in a Pulp/Paper Mill or with converting equipment
- Experience in operating forklift and/or milling equipment
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Apprenticeship, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,