Production Associate

Koch•Cleveland, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Georgia-Pacific is hiring entry-level Production Associates for its Corrugated facility in Cleveland, Tennessee. Associates support production by learning to safely operate corrugated production equipment and following safety rules and regulations. The role involves working in a hot, humid, and noisy industrial environment, with potential exposure to cold conditions. Candidates must be flexible to work any shift; orientation and training are on first shift (7 a.m.–3 p.m.), and permanent assignment to second or third shift occurs during orientation. The facility uses a point-based attendance program. The stated pay is $21.88 per hour, with a $0.90-per-hour shift differential for second and third shifts. Regular shift schedules are Monday–Friday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m. for second shift or 11 p.m.–7 a.m. for third shift. Employees must be available and flexible to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, including 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

One year of experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse, or military environment, or completion of post-high-school education in manufacturing or industrial studies.
Commitment to following safety rules and regulations.
Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Ability to perform the described physical tasks for at least eight hours a day in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a corrugated box plant.
Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device.

Responsibilities

Follow plant environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Help meet and exceed production, waste, and quality goals.
Troubleshoot equipment and make minor machine adjustments.
Maintain cleanliness in the designated work area throughout the shift.
Handle or assist with machine production tasks, including setup, operation, maintaining production quality, and daily maintenance.
Perform physical tasks including lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for at least eight hours a day.