Entry Level Production

Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. • Longview, WA

6h • $24 - $30

About The Position

Nippon Dynawave Packaging Company has multiple production openings in departments involved in processing raw materials, manufacturing, and shipping paperboard and other products. These are hands-on industrial roles for safety-minded, dependable candidates who are comfortable with physically demanding work and able to contribute as part of a team in a self-directed work environment.

New hires begin at an hourly rate over $24.00 for either 60 or 90 days, depending on placement. The regular rate is over $26.00 per hour, with some positions paying over $30.00 per hour. The probationary period is 90 to 120 days, depending on placement. Schedules vary by placement and include rotating and straight-day options with 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts.

The work may involve strenuous labor, hot or warm conditions, dusty or dirty areas, hazardous chemicals, high-noise areas, and elevated surfaces. Candidates must be available for the assigned shift and successfully complete the company's screening and selection process, including a background check, physical, and drug screen before starting employment.

The selection process includes application review, general industrial testing, a panel interview, selection for an opening or placement in a resource pool, pre-employment checks and onboarding, and General Mill Orientation. Successful resource-pool candidates are first to be placed into mill positions as they become available.

Nippon Dynawave Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description summarizes primary duties and qualifications; duties may be adjusted to meet business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Two years of work experience, including at least one year with the same employer.
• Availability to work the shift assigned to the position.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check, physical, and drug screen before starting employment.
• Comfort with physically demanding industrial work and ability to contribute in a team and self-directed work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of manufacturing work experience with the same employer in an industry where safety is a core value.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices at all times.
• Maintain good housekeeping and a clean work area.
• Work effectively as part of a team and actively participate in the work group.
• Work successfully in a self-directed environment.
• Follow quality requirements and required tracking processes.
• Use computer system applications necessary to perform job functions.
• Operate equipment and/or monitor production processes as assigned.
• Drive heavy mobile equipment when required by the position.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, nine paid holidays, and additional floating holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus other optional voluntary benefits.
• Enhanced 401(k) with generous match and additional company contribution.
• Quarterly Gainshare.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• On-site Fitness Center.
• Annual boot allowance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED