Job Description

Position Title:

Baler Operator – Grand Prairie Box

Pay Rate:

$25.06/hr. plus shift differential

Sign-on Bonus:

$500 after 30 days,

$500 after 6 months

Category/Shift:

Hourly Full-Time

Monday – Friday, OT/weekends as needed)

7am – 3pm (training period only)

11pm – 7am

Physical Location:

Grand Prairie Box

1200 West Carrier Parkway

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

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The Job You Will Perform:

• Following all trained and published safety policies and procedures
• Complete pre-start loader maintenance inspection report
• Responsible for feeding paper to hogger conveyor (all facets of loading the baler)
• Load the baler using a forklift
• Record grade, percentage of waste in compactor dumped material
• Monitor bales for wiring, grade, and weight
• Reading factory orders
• Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment
• Utilizing basic shop math and have the ability to read a tape measure
• Inspecting product
• Accurately completing quality checks to ensure specific directions are followed
• The ability to practice and maintain great housekeeping
• This person will also be assigned to weekly clean-up functions including but not limited to blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning ink systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, as well as picking up and shredding scrap.
• Proper inspection of outgoing and incoming products and raw materials
• Will be required occasionally to help clear the shipping line, load trailers, & other tasks that require operating forklift
• Other duties as required

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Good attendance and punctuality
• 2 years manufacturing experience preferred
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Consent to a background check and pre-employment physical / drug screen
• Verifiable, stable work history
• Flexible to work overtime as needed
• Must have a positive attitude with a willingness to learn new things, receive and follow instructions

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.