Machinist

Packaging Corporation of America • International Falls, MN

10d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking applicants for a Machinist in our International Falls, MN Paper Mill. The International Falls facility is a White Paper Mill owned by Packaging Corporation of America.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of a 2-year technical program plus experience as a maintenance machinist or equivalent training and experience.
• Able to pass pre-employment physical and drug test.
• Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must have a valid current driver’s license.
• Must have experience and skills operating Milling machines, lathes, CNC operated machines, drill presses, and grinders.
• Proficient with measuring tools of the machinist trade.
• Able to analyze and resolve mechanical problems with design and fabrication of parts.
• Able to work around mechanical components safely, troubleshoot in a safe manner, taking all precautions needed to protect yourself and those working with you.
• Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.
• Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.
• Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a paper or other manufacturing environment.
• Machinist training and certification are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in support of a paper manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.
• Ability to create, interpret, and read prints for fabrication of components.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment for precision fabrication and machining of components.
• Ability to operate manual machining equipment such as lathes, milling machines, radial drill press, band saws, threading equipment, grinding equipment, and general machine shop equipment.
• Perform pump repair, arc welding, proper rigging, alignment.
• Ability to use mobile cranes, lifts, and hoists.
• Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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