Entry Manufacturing Laborer

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Position Title:

Entry Manufacturing Laborer – Fort Worth Container

Pay Rate:

$21.22/hr. plus shift differential

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

Monday – Friday, occasional daily overtime and/or overtime on Saturdays - required

6am – 2:30pm

2:20pm – 11pm

Physical Location:

Fort Worth Container

2400 Shamrock Ave

Fort Worth, TX 76107

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The Job You Will Perform:

• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Proficient use of reading a tape measure and safe use of utility knife
• Following all trained and published safety policies and procedures
• Counting and stacking finished product
• Reading factory orders
• Safely lift/move up to 75 pounds during regular work shift
• Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment
• Utilizing basic shop math
• Inspecting product
• Accurately completing quality checks, administrative documents and follow directions
• The ability to practice and maintain great housekeeping
• This person will also be assigned clean-up functions including but not limited to blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, as well as picking up and shredding scrap.
• Other duties as required

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Good attendance and punctuality
• 2 years manufacturing / corrugated experience preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to read a tape measure and ruler
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma / GED preferred
• Mechanical aptitude a plus and the ability to safely operate industrial equipment
• Consent to a background check and pre-employment physical / drug screen
• Verifiable, stable work history
• Flexible to work as needed
• Must be self-driven with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new things, receive and follow instructions

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 company

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of 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 a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world’s largest recyclers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues globally who are committed to creating what’s next. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 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. 

International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations 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 reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.