Production and QA - Heavy Industrial Labor

International Paper•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

International Paper is hiring machine operators for a heavy industrial manufacturing environment, with opportunities to progress within the company through its promotion-from-within approach. The role involves inspecting product quality, preparing materials for shipping, and performing housekeeping and machine-cleaning duties. The position requires physical exertion, including standing, reaching, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures or weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 pounds. The currently advertised shift is Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with some Saturdays; employees must be able to work any shift and be willing to work overtime and weekends as required. Applicants must pass pre-employment skills testing and, after an offer, a background check, physical, and drug screening. International Paper describes its workplace as safe, caring, and inclusive, and offers leadership training and promotional opportunities. The company says it is committed to sustainable practices and creating a culture in which individuals are respected, valued, engaged, and able to do their best work.

Requirements

Know how to properly read a tape measure.
High school education or equivalent work experience.
Must be able to stand for a full shift and sometimes walk on a roller system.
Must be able to work any shift; currently hiring for second shift.
Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required.
Must be able to perform physical work that includes standing, reaching, twisting, exposure to extreme temperatures or weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Must pass pre-employment skills testing, a post-offer background check, physical, and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify product meets quality standards through visual inspection and use of a tape measure to confirm product size within 1/16 of an inch.
Verify material is properly stacked, wrapped with dunnage, banded, and tagged for shipping.
Perform housekeeping and machine cleaning as required.
Communicate appropriately with teammates, maintenance, and management about machine performance and other concerns.