Production Associate/Utility-($21.58) 2nd or 3rd Shift ONLY

International Paper

  • Plant City, FL
  • $21.58 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Position Title:Production Associate/UtilityPay Rate:Starting at $21.58/Hour + shift differentialSign On Bonus:$500 after 90 days,$500 after 6 months,$500 after 1 year and an additional bonus at 2 yearsCategory/Shift:Hourly Full-Time - 2nd and/or 3rd Shift-The plant operates 24/5-Must be open to working both 2nd and 3rd shift-Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed; significant overtime may be needed during busy periods.Physical Location:Plant City Box2402 Police Center DrivePlant City, FL 33566The Job You Will Perform:
  • Following all safety rules and practices
  • Reading factory work orders, print cards, and other documents to learn customer requirements.
  • Identifying stock and products that correspond to work orders.
  • Performing assigned duties to ensure that production needs are met.
  • Assisting other associates as needed; break relief for all Flexo machines.
  • Accurately using tape measures and other measurements and test equipment
  • Inspecting, counting, stacking, and unitizing products according to customer specifications
  • Identifying and segregating nonconforming (reject) products and materials
  • Accurately completing time sheets, reports, lists, and other records
  • Keeping the supervisor informed of any problems and/or unusual situations.
  • Maintaining work areas to plant standards of housekeeping
  • Maintaining teamwork with machine crews and other associates
  • Performing quality inspections and tests, and recording findings
  • Learning Converting Operator & Assistant Operator duties/responsibilities fill in when needed.
  • Following prescribed practices in all circumstances
  • Continually monitoring the quality and quantity of production
  • Using available time to prepare for set-ups and runs by obtaining factory spec sheets, obtaining, and aiding tooling, ink, and other supplies.
  • Performing assigned clean up functions, such as blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, and picking up and aiding miscellaneous scrap
  • Follow the direction of the machine operator to which assigned.
  • Working effectively as a team member
  • Performing other duties as assigned by supervision
The Skills You Will Bring:
  • Manufacturing/production work experience preferred
  • Ability to identify quality defects and monitor the quality of production
  • The ability to work in a demanding environment with minimal supervision
  • The ability to accurately read a tape measure and use basic shop mathThe ability to accurately perform tasks after being explained and demonstrated, follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a teamPunctuality, excellent work ethic, and a cheerful outlook
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.The Career You Will Build:●Leadership training●Promotional opportunities within a global companyThe Impact You Will Make:We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward for sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 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 the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com.International Paper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or (877) 973-3919.Share this job:Location:Plant City, FL, US, 33567Category: Hourly JobDate: Jul 15, 2025If you are not finding suitable opportunities, please click below to join our talent community!

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