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Production Associate

Fond Du Lac, WI · On-site

$23.87 - $28.95/hr

Ability to practice great factory housekeeping * Ability to work overtime as needed The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and ...

Reading factory orders * Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment * Utilizing basic shop ... International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces.

Counting and stacking finished product Reading factory orders The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including ...

New Hire

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$20.96/hr

Reading factory orders The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance ...

Counting and stacking finished product Reading factory orders Accurately reading gauges and other ... International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces.

Base Rate Utility

Putnam, CT · On-site

$23.02 - $23.45/hr

Reading factory orders The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance ...

Reading factory orders * Following written and oral instructions * Reading a tape measure The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and ...

Reading factory orders * Your positive attitude and great attendance record The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement ...

Reading factory orders * Ability to read a tape measure The Benefits You Will Enjoy: International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical ...

Job ID: 16606 The Media Factory Lead is responsible for coordinating daily workflow to ensure that ... BQ-470 / Mueller Martini Perfect Binders, Horizon Stitchliner 5500, Paper cutter and 3 knife ...

Reading factory orders * Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment * Utilizing basic shop ... International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces.

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How much do paper factory jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for paper factory in the United States is $16.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Paper Factory Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Paper Factory Worker, you generally need a high school diploma or equivalent, physical stamina, and knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety protocols. Familiarity with industrial machinery, quality control systems, and sometimes forklift certification are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient production, safety compliance, and consistent product quality in a demanding manufacturing environment.

What are some common challenges faced by workers in a paper factory, and how can they be addressed?

Workers in a paper factory often encounter challenges such as maintaining safety standards around large machinery, managing physical demands of the job, and adapting to shift work schedules. To address these challenges, factories typically provide comprehensive safety training, enforce strict protocols, and encourage regular communication between team members and supervisors. Additionally, many facilities offer ergonomic tools and resources to support employee well-being and help manage fatigue associated with repetitive tasks.

What do workers do in a paper factory?

Workers in a paper factory are responsible for operating machinery that processes raw materials like wood pulp or recycled paper into finished paper products. Their duties may include monitoring production lines, maintaining equipment, ensuring product quality, and packaging finished goods. Safety and efficiency are important, and workers often collaborate as part of a team to meet production goals. Some roles may also involve handling chemicals, troubleshooting machine issues, or performing routine maintenance.

What is the difference between Paper Factory vs Paper Machine Operator?

AspectPaper FactoryPaper Machine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical training often preferredHigh school diploma; technical training or certification in machine operation
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, often noisy and physically demandingInside paper production machinery, focused on machine operation and maintenance
Industry UsageUsed broadly in paper manufacturing facilitiesSpecific role within paper manufacturing plants, operating paper machines

The Paper Factory is a broad term referring to the entire manufacturing facility, while the Paper Machine Operator is a specific role within that factory responsible for operating and maintaining paper production machinery. Both roles require technical skills and work in similar environments, but the factory encompasses the entire production process, whereas the operator focuses on machine operation.

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Infographic showing various Paper Factory job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,075 per year, or $16.9 per hour.
General Factory

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Graphic Packaging International rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description


JOB DESCRIPTION:

The entry level General Factory position accomplishes a variety of functions within the operation to ensure that safety, quality, productivity, and communications standards are met and maintained. This current opportunity will work mainly alongside the Die Cutting Department to breakout, remove waste from die cut sheets, palletize, tag and wrap loads, operate/maintain Baler, and tie bales.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 1st Shift
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime.

JOB FUNCTIONS:Job functions include, but are not limited to the following

  • Work within and adhere to GPI's core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
  • Responsible for understanding and adhering to all GMP, Safety, Food Safety, Quality Rules and Procedures (Training will be provided).
  • Safely operate, stretch wrapper, pallet jacks, power dolly/lift, air/pneumatic chisel hammer, other warehouse equipment.
  • Remove die cut trim and waste from die cut sheets.
  • Sort and inspect finished goods to assure customer quality expectations are maintained.
  • Identify cutting defects that can be corrected in the stripping area.
  • Monitor the work being performed, recognizing and correcting damage caused in the stripping process.
  • Work in conjunction with the other General Factory workers, Material Handlers, and Die Cutting Operators in the process.
  • Move finished goods or WIP product (work in progress) as directed.
  • Help maintain workflow of material and production within facility.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the area (remove stray cartons, sweep up, etc.).
  • Operate/Maintain Baler, and tie bales.
  • Follow all Plant Safety rules and maintain a safe working environment.
  • May be cross-trained to perform Warehouse duties.
  • May be cross-trained to work in the Finishing Department and perform Case Sealing duties.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Comply with company Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
  • Share an obligation to protect and strengthen Graphic Packaging International's good reputation in our relationships with customers, employees, suppliers, competitors, investors, and governmental agencies, and to act consistently with our core values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships, and Teamwork.
  • Ability to follow directions and work well in a solo or team environment.
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision.
  • Ability to learn documentation procedures for movement of materials and be able to complete the forms efficiently and accurately.
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Good attendance

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Work environment involves constant exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, noise, fumes, weather, poor lighting, or heavy machinery/equipment.
  • Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
  • Grasping, Gripping, Climbing, Walking, Standing, Bending, Reaching, Pushing, Pulling, Sweeping, and other.
  • Frequent Lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.
  • Visual acuity at short distances. Needed to detect variances in job numbers, register and collator marks.
  • Color vision needed to detect inappropriate color of product.

Required Experience

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma/Equivalent preferred.
  • Basic reading and writing.
  • Basic math.

BENEFITS:

Our employee's health and quality of life are important to us. That's why we offer a benefits program that supports and protects them, their families, and their future.

  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Accident and Sickness Plan

Optional benefits include:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) plan
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.
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