Machine Operator- Camden, NJ

Georgia-Pacific Camden is one of three Georgia Pacific Industrial Plaster (GPIP) facilities in the United States specializing in the production of high-quality gypsum floor underlayment and polymer extrusion products. The facility is committed to safety compliance, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, improving the local community through jobs, local initiatives, and a culture of collaboration and growth.

About the role

Machine Operators create value by working as a team to manufacture high-quality product in a loud, noisy, hot, humid, dusty, greasy, non-climate-controlled, high-volume industrial environment. Specific work area assignments are determined after hire based on business need.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing safety equipment.
• Help meet or exceed Camden Site goals including safety, productivity, waste, and quality.
• Operate assigned machinery and equipment at or above expected performance levels.
• Assist with setups, troubleshooting, and making minor machine adjustments.
• Understand and perform quality testing requirements to produce product that meets or exceeds specifications.
• Perform basic asset care duties including routine preventative maintenance and good housekeeping of work area and facility.
• Maximize machinery and equipment utilization and proactively communicate mechanical/electrical deficiencies.
• Assist crew members and promote a team environment across departments.
• Move, stockpile, and feed materials as required by plant operations.
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment, including forklift operations to load outgoing finished goods.
• Maintain accurate finished goods inventory and proactively notify supervision of raw material needs.
• Perform job duties outdoors as needed regardless of weather conditions.
• Wear necessary personal protective equipment (safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toes, etc.).
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day in a loud, noisy, industrial, high-volume environment.

Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post-high school education in a manufacturing/industrial-centered program.

Skills

• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device (preferred).

Pay

Starting rate: $24.62/hour with potential increase at 90 days to $25.21.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, with potential for weekends. Availability is required for all three shifts listed below, as shift assignment is determined after hire based on business needs.

• 1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm
• 2nd Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 pm – 7:00 am