Entry-Level Production Operator

About the role

Your Job Georgia-Pacific's Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) plant in Mt Jewett, PA has incredible job opportunities for Entry-Level Production Operators. Opportunities for Growth: This isn’t just a job; it’s the beginning of a career. We’re seeking individuals who are hungry for growth and advancement opportunities within an organization.

Competitive Starting Pay

Starting at $20.00 per hour, with the potential to advance to Operator I within a few months with the rate of $21.50 per hour. Variable Pay: In addition to base pay, operators may be eligible for variable pay, provided as a monetary bonus, based on performance metrics and production targets.

Competitive Benefits Package

As part of Koch Industries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and much more.

Opportunities for Growth

We are looking for candidates with flexibility that can work all 3 shifts; as 1st shift is not promised. We work indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions in a noisy industrial environment.

What You Will Do

• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures
• Meet or exceed facility and company goals for production and quality
• Perform heavy-duty housekeeping to keep machinery functioning properly, reducing hazards, and maintaining the appearance of the plant
• Assist in operating production equipment and filling in for other operators during breaks or absences
• Perform tasks such as pulling, pushing, and lifting to 50 lbs., as well as walking, climbing, including stairs, ladders, stooping, standing, and reaching for up to 12hrs

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six months or more of work experience

Experience

• Experience in a wood products manufacturing environment
• Experience working in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment
• Experience in material handling, forklift operation, production operation, machine operation, or utility
• Experience using a computer for record-keeping and documentation functions

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better.

Our Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Retail
• Paid Vacation/Time Off
• Education Assistance
• May also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: