Entry Level Operator

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Entry Level Operator

Salary ($21.75 per hour- with an increase to $26.53 / hour after successfully completing a 125-day probationary period)

The International Paper Valliant Mill family is looking for hard-working, motivated, enthusiastic people to join our team. International Paper is a Fortune 500 company and global leader in the paper and packaging industry. International Paper is known for our commitment to the environment and to cutting-edge technology.

We are committed to attracting, training, promoting, and supporting our employees throughout their careers. 

The Job You Will Perform:

Valliant is a 5,000+ ton per day containerboard mill with 3 paper machines, 3 continuous digesters, 2 secondary fiber plants and a utilities/chemical recovery complex.  It currently operates with 350+ mill employees and 150+ contract maintenance employees in a results-oriented environment.

An Entry Level Operator in the Extra Utility Pool can expect to work in any area of the Valliant Mill. Entry Level Operators may be assigned to work in the Chipyard, OCC (Recycle Plant), Shipping, Paper Machine, Power House, Pulp Mill, or Storeroom area. The day-to-day tasks an Entry Level Operator may be assigned range from mobile equipment and heavy machinery operation to clean-up and general housekeeping duties. 

Entry Level Operator candidates must be adaptable to a constantly changing work environment. Candidates must be aggressive learners and be able to follow detailed written and verbal procedures for Safety, Quality, and Production purposes.  Candidates must have an excellent work record that demonstrates high standards in job performance and attendance. And above all, candidates must be dedicated to working safely each and every day.

Day-to-day tasks include industrial equipment operation, remote control crane operation, and operating various other types of production equipment such as control panels or computer screen monitoring/controls systems.  Additional tasks include housekeeping, on-the-job training, safety-related assignments, and more.

The Valliant Mill operates 24/7/365 and candidates must be willing to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (6 o’clock to 6 o’clock), holidays, nights, weekends, and overtime.

The Skills You Will Bring:

Must be:

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.

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 (may be 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

• Paid time off including vacation and holidays
• Retirement and 401k matching program
• Medical and Dental
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Access to discounts with our corporate partners; and much more

The Career You Will Build

• 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 Enjoy:

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, and North Africa, and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting International Paper.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 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.
Valliant  OK  74764