PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE: SHIPPING

What if you were given the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference? At International Paper, you control your destiny. We offer challenging assignments and total rewards in countries around the world. When we say infinite possibilities, we mean it. Apply now and join a community that improves people’s lives, the planet and our company’s performance by transforming renewable resources into products people depend on every day.

Position Title:

Production Associate: Shipping

Pay Rate:

Production Associate - Shipping start as entry level at an hourly rate of $22.81/hr.

After an initial onboarding period, the Production Associate - Shipping 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:

• Safely operate a sit-down powered industrial truck (PIT);
• Load and unload trailers;
• Complete pre-use PIT maintenance inspection report;
• Follow proper trailer loading and unloading lock-out/tag-out procedure;
• Understand and follow load pattern according to trailer, railcar;
• Follow all safety rules and practices at all times;
• Pulls and prepares orders for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped;

• Efficiently moves product from staging/storage areas and production lines into trailers and/or storing/staging areas;
• Loads, unloads, moves, stacks, and stages product and materials using a forklift or other power equipment such as Roll & Bale Clamp Trucks. Maintains the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion;
• Involves working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
• Guarantees inventory control and security are maintained;
• Assist in physical inventories and maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area

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:

• Minimum of 2 years PIT experience;
• Previous PIT operating experience in an industrial manufacturing or other labor intensive work experience;
• A background as an order picker is preferred;
• Be able to multitask in a very fast-paced environment;
• Be computer literate and effectively use scanning equipment and arrange for the transportation of products;
• The ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team;
• Ability to read and understand loading instructions and patterns;
• Ability to problem solve with minimal assistance;
• Must be flexible and willing to work overtime as needed;
• Demonstrated combination of technical training and school leadership activities; or
• Other technical training or certifications such as Ready to Work programs.

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.