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Mill Entry Level

Henderson, KY

$24.57/hr

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Mill Entry Level

International Paper

Henderson, KY

$24.57/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

International Paper rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 296 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

322nd of 544 rated manufacturers

Job description

Position Title: Mill Entry Level 

Starting Hourly Rate: $24.57

Quarterly Incentives:

  • 4% Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) payout
  • Up to 8% of Gainsharing bonus
     

Shift/Category:
Employees work a DuPont shift schedule, which requires 12-hour shifts (5:30 AM-5:30 PM and 5:30 PM-5:30 AM) with rotating days and nights. This schedule also requires availability to work weekends, holidays, etc. 

About The Role:
This position supports International Paper's Henderson Mill facility. The Mill Entry Level must have a desire and ability to work as a multi-skilled technician in a paper mill. After an initial onboarding period, the Mill Entry Level new hire immediately begins a state-of-the-art training and certification program to allow potential advancement to higher position and increased wages.

The ideal candidate will have on-the-job success in safety, attendance, and quality of work; excellent teamwork, cooperation and problem-solving skills; a minimum of 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, previous mobile equipment experience is preferred, working knowledge of standard administrative duties (typing, Word, Excel, etc.).

The Job you will Perform:

  • You will start in an entry-level position, perform general physical activities and operate powered industrial trucks (PIT).
  • On the job training may involve physical, technical, and mechanical ability in order to perform the following duties:
    • Climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
    • Monitoring, adjusting, and controlling operating equipment
    • Conducting tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance
       

Physical, Dexterity, and Strength Requirements: (with or without reasonable accommodation)

  • Able to lift/handle 50 pounds occasionally
  • Able to lift 2 - 20 pounds regularly
  • Able to climb steps and ladders
  • Able to enter small vessels
  • Able to work from heights
  • Able to turn large valves
  • Able to stand or walk for 2 - 3 hours at a time for 10 - 12 hours
  • Able to work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold)
  • Able to work in a noisy environment while wearing hearing protection
     

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
  • Eligible for employment in the US
  • Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
    • Operate or work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
    • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
    • Undergo a job-related health assessment as a condition of employment
    • Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment
    • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
    • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last-minute notification
    • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
    • Wear required safety equipment
       

The Skills You Will Bring:

  • Critical Thinking - Analyze and use logic to address issues
  • Mechanical Aptitude - Capacity to apply mechanical principles to solve problems
  • Team Player - Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
  • Dependability - Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
  • Self-Motivation - Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action
     

Preferred candidates have the following skills and/or experience(s):

  • Demonstrated stability through a consistent work history with at least 2-years consecutive employment; or,
  • Demonstrated combination of technical training and school leadership activities; or,
  • Other technical training or certifications such as Ready to Work programs
The Benefits You Will Enjoy:
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will Experience:
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.
The Company You Will Join:
International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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International Paper is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion.

Industry

Paper manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Memphis, TN, US

Year founded

1898

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