Production Worker

Job Description

Pay Rate: Starting Rate – $23.27/hr.

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time/

Shifts:

Day & Night

Physical

Location:


4060 Fairview Industrial Dr. SE
Salem, OR 97302

Job Description: The Production Worker position is an entry level position. Team members with this classification report to the production supervisor. The production supervisor will assign Production Worker team members to work a variety of positions throughout the facility. Production Worker team members will primarily be assigned to work in the Cassette department. This individual must be a self-motivated team player.

Duties:

• Follows all plant and machine safety procedures.
• Comply with this facility’s environmental policy and environmental management system.
• Is trained and licensed to operate lift trucks.
• Trained to operate the Shredder and Baler.
• Trained to operate the Strapper/Wrapper.
• Understands all aspects of the Cassette operations.
• Ensures proper bag and corrugated are used.
• Set up machine.
• Operates machine to standard or above.
• Performs product quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Able to identify and quickly correct and or segregate quality defects.
• Properly labels/stamps cassettes.
• Accurately completes production work orders.
• Operate lift truck to stage materials as needed (pallets, bags, corrugated, etc.)
• Performs preventative maintenance on the machine and completes supporting documents.
• Cleans and organizes machine and work area to maintain a safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as specified by supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Inspect liners and various materials prior to assembling finished cassette.
• Place liners and heating blankets inside corrugate material prior to folding.
• All cassette operator task must be done while maintaining the highest safety, best food practices and quality.
• Assist in the daily production through Production Work Orders. (This includes the documentation of how many cassettes were made to how many bags and corrugated were scrapped during a production run. This may be done through various means of communication and recordkeeping practices, including logs, files, reports, and systems)

The Skills You Will Bring:

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• High school degree or GED (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred
• Prior experience in the corrugated manufacturing industry or food manufacturing industry highly preferred
• Stable work history and good attendance record

We are looking for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in a successful candidate:

• Proven track record on safety and quality
• Solid mechanical aptitude
• Attention to detail and a focus on producing quality product
• The ability to work with others in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Willingness to learn, including cross-training and filling in other positions as needed
• Professional attitude and good communication skills

About Us

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…