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International Paper

IP Hourly General Helper/Entry Level

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What they do

A Production Worker performs a variety of duties in a factory. Operates machinery, manages distribution and provides quality control inspection.

$38,146 / year median in Tennessee

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

The Job You Will Perform:
Ability to work any shift - some 12 hours shifts required to meet customer demands. Previous manufacturing experience required. Product is moved from one operation to the next by the use of conveyors. General Helpers are expected to work around conveyors, crosswalks, and in some cases from elevated platforms. Transporting of product and materials including ink buckets, stitch wire boxes, coils of strapping, and over-sized cutting dies is required. Tasks must be performed in a timely fashion, following all safety procedures, and ensuring quality product arrives at the next operation. The helper is responsible for the completion of required paperwork for tracking inventory, downtime, etc., as well as computer data entry relating to production metrics. The General Helper may be utilized to fill a variety of roles including, but not limited to, working at the Die Cutter Pusher Bar, Double-Head Stitcher, Semi-Stitcher, Jumbo Folder Gluer Helper, Stock Handler, and Corrugator Stacker Operator. Counting and stacking finished product Reading factory orders Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment Utilizing basic shop math, inspecting Accurately completing quality and administrative documents and following directions This person will also be assigned to clean-up functions such as blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, as well as picking up and shredding scrap.
The Skills You Will Bring:
Counting and stacking finished product Reading factory orders
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:
Leadership training Promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, 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. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly 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.