PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE: QUALITY/TECHNICAL

Position Title:

Production Associate: Quality/Technical

Pay Rate:

Production Associate: Quality/Technical start as entry level at an hourly rate of $22.81/hr.

After an initial onboarding period, the Product Tester new hires immediately begin a state-of-the-art training and certification program to allow potential rapid advancement to higher position and increased wages.

Average annual earning potential within the first year is $50,000+, the future is bright for our top operators who have annual earnings of $90,000+.

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time; 12-Hour Rotating Shifts. 

Shift Schedule:

Hourly Full-Time; 12-Hour Rotating Shifts.

A 28-day cycle looks like this: 

4 Day Shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) --- 7 days off

4 Night Shifts (6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) --- 3 days off

3 Day Shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) --- 1 day off

3 Night Shifts (6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) --- 3 days off

Physical Location: 100 Jensen Road, Prattville, AL 36067 – (334) 361-5566

Job Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum high school graduate, GED equivalent or equivalent work experience of 2 years
• Eligible for employment in the US
• Must be willing to meet the following requirements:

• • Operate or work in industrial conditions (will be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, and heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces and includes repetitive motions (with proper safety training and safety protection).
  • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment.
  • Undergo a job-related health assessment 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.

The Job You Will Perform:

• Place safety above all else.
• Own accountability for personal safety.  Wear appropriate PPE and follow SOPs for job responsibilities.  Follow all safety rules and practices.
• Collect process material samples for analysis.
• Perform chemical and physical testing of process materials, water chemistry, and finished goods.  Perform testing in accord with established SOPs.
• Report test data accurately and timely.

• Service and maintain the analytical equipment in the Wet End Test Station (WETS), Boiler Water Test Station (BWTS), and Dry End Test Station (DETS) by calibrating equipment, troubleshooting instrumentation, and providing needed testing supplies.
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping to a high standard and support 5s activities.
• Participate on safety, training, or other improvement teams as needed.
• Perform other duties and non-routine analytical testing as needed.
• Work independently in a laboratory setting.

International Paper, Prattville Mill, a major pulp and paper producer is seeking its next generation of top operators. We offer rewarding careers which start off as a Production Associate at a starting rate of $22.81 per hour. The rate can then increase based on the position assigned. Successful operators will have the opportunity to quickly gain new skills and promote into advanced positions. Technologically advanced operations, leading edge training, outstanding benefits, and employment with a community leader awaits you.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Preferred Candidates will have:

• Associates Degree in Laboratory Science or related field;
• Aptitude for analytical testing and discipline to follow established testing SOPs.
• Attention to detail and ability to report results accurately and timely.
• Customer focus to support the operating departments.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work alone safely in a laboratory and industrial environment.

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 Plan, 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:

Our training and certification program will provide many opportunities to develop new skills for advancement.

Future opportunities may include:

• Becoming a skilled trainer for future new employees
• Becoming a safety advocate and leader
• Leadership Development training to allow for potential growth into supervisory roles

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 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 2022 were $21.2 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.