Entry Level Operator

About Us

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

Physical Location

Valliant Oklahoma Mill, 890 IP Lane, Valliant, OK 74764

Pay & Schedule

• Pay Rate: Production Associates start at $23.07/hr
• After an initial onboarding period, new hires immediately begin a training and certification program to allow rapid advancement to higher positions and increased wages
• Hourly Full-Time; 12-Hour Rotating Shifts:
  • 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

Job Requirements

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

You will start in an entry-level position and perform general physical activities. On the job training may involve physical, technical, and mechanical ability in order to perform the following duties:

• Climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
• Monitoring, adjusting, and controlling operating equipment
• Conducting tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance

The Skills You Will Bring

• Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
• Mechanical Aptitude – Capacity to apply mechanical principles to solve problems
• Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
• Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
• Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

Preferred Candidates Have The Following Skills And/or Experience(s)

• Demonstrated stability through a consistent work history with at least 2-years consecutive employment; or,
• Demonstrated combination of technical training and school leadership activities; or,
• Other technical training or certifications such as Ready to Work programs

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

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.