Operations Technician

Position Title: 

Operations Technician

Pay Rate:

Starting at $20.62 Hr.

Most team members advance to $25.35 - $34.63 within one year.

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location:

2449 Stagecoach Rd

Oglethorpe, GA 31068

The Job You Will Perform:

International Paper, a major pulp and paper producer, is seeking its next generation of top operators. Our Flint River Mill is looking to bring on hourly production workers to work full time. Technologically advanced operations, leading edge training, outstanding benefits and employment with a community leader awaits you.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Minimum

• Must be currently 18 years of age or older
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience 
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment.

 Must be willing to meet the following requirements:

• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment.
• Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
• Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
• Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
• Wear required safety equipment 
• Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e. warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection)

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),  Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets. 

• On-site Fitness Center with free weights, rowing machine, treadmills, eliptical, recumbent bikes, Smith machine and assorted weight machines to target all body parts (legs, arms, abs, etc.).

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

Quality Expectations

• Ensure an understanding of quality policy and support efforts for a positive customer experience.
• Aid in the execution of mill-wide quality efforts as needed to help maintain mill quality standards.

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 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 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/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