Operator - 1st Year

Position Title: 

Operator – 1st Year

Pay Rate:

$24.59/hour

Category/Shift:

Hourly / Full-Time

Must be able to work occasional Saturdays and overtime as needed

24/5 Production Facility

Physical Location:

Beaverton Bag

5800 SW Western Ave

Beaverton, OR 97005

Job Overview

Machine Operator 1st Year position at Beaverton Bag Plant with a wide variety of internal growth opportunities. We are looking for motivated individuals who are looking for a long-term career in a fast-paced production environment. Our workplace requires individuals who are safe-minded, mechanically inclined and understand the needs of the business while maintaining focus on customer satisfaction, quality and productivity. The primary function of a machine operator is to safely operate a paper bag making machine to spec and reach production goals.

Candidate Must Be Flexible to Work the Following Shifts:

Day Shift – 7:00am – 3:00pm

Swing Shift – 3:00pm – 11:00pm

Night Shift – 11:00pm – 7:00am

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including holidays, vacation and 2 floating holidays per year
• Applicable shift differential and overtime pay
• Retirement, pension, and 401k matching program
• Medical, dental and vision
• Life & disability insurance
• Unionized facility: requires union dues & initiation fees

The Job You Will Perform:

• Safely operate paper bag making machines. No harm, zero injuries
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as, but not limited to, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and safety steel toed shoes
• Accurately complete quality checks
• Read factory orders
• Inspect and grease equipment
• Minor troubleshooting
• Replace wear parts on equipment as needed
• Document details throughout the order run administratively and utilizing software.
• Responsible for keeping machine and work area clean at all times and free of slip, trip, fall hazards
• Report any safety concerns or injuries to lead or supervisor immediately
• Ensure all bales meet customer specifications
• Ensure bales are tight and not loose
• Ensure product artwork matches the art file from the customer
• Ensure amount of glue, where needed, is present and sufficient
• Notify lead or supervisor of any product that has not met correct manufacturing specifications
• Check production order to ensure the correct pallet type is being used and palletized properly
• Ensure the proper labels are put on the corresponding pallets
• Other duties as assigned

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Ability to utilize basic math
• Ability to use tape measure
• Ability to read gauges
• Ability to use basic tools such as t-handles and wrenches
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Physical ability to stand 8 to 12 hours

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. In Russia, we have a 50/50 joint venture, Ilim Group, the country's largest integrated manufacturer of pulp and paper. 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.