OPPORTUNITIES FOR BASIC OPERATORS

Macon, GA

At Irving Tissue, we recognize that the key to our success is our people. We are a family-owned and operated company that has grown to become one of North America's leading manufacturers of household paper products. Irving Tissue produces both branded and private label bathroom tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, and napkins. Consumers know us by our Scotties® Facial Brand. Our manufacturing facilities are located in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Toronto, Ontario, Fort Edward, New York, and Macon, Georgia.

Irving Tissue is looking for a variety of Operator roles such as Machine, Converting, and Pulp Utility Operators. The successful candidate will have a "Can Do" attitude, is passionate about achieving results and driving improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe operations of our equipment and the safety of our people
• Maintain the high quality standards of our products and address quality items with a high sense of urgency
• Work with team of employees to operate and optimize high speed equipment and technology, including collaboration with Maintenance and Process Support staff
• Perform product and grade changeovers based on the planned schedule
• Maintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and/or adjust equipment and technology to maximize performance, as well as input measurements into computer systems
• Respond to any defects or issues with the machine, i.e., lights, alarms and visual indicators to ensure conformance to company standards
• Handle and feed a variety of raw materials into machinery and equipment in an effort to maintain production
• Perform general housekeeping duties in an effort support safety and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work with computers
• Must be able to perform shift work on rotation which includes nights and weekends
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and as a team member
• High degree of attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Must be organized and have demonstrated the ability to multi-task

What We Offer:

• Wage range of $21.44-$25.99 /hour depending on experience, qualifications and professional certifications.
• Excellent Benefits
  • Including health, dental, life insurance, disability insurance, 401k match, vacation, tuition & wellness reimbursement, and more.
• Advancement Opportunities
  • There are plentiful opportunities to promote to higher level positions in our organization. While seniority does play a role in movement up the Lines of Progression, most employees who wish to achieve the higher levels are only limited by their own desire to progress and willingness to learn. If you are someone who believes you can achieve great things for yourself and our Company, then you are the person we want on our team!
  
  

Concerned you don’t meet every requirement? Research has shown that many women only apply to jobs when they feel they meet 100% of the hiring criteria. At Irving Tissue, we are focused on creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, appreciated and encouraged to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are concerned you may not fit the requirements perfectly, we would encourage you to still apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for with this role or others we have available!

Please note, only those candidates selected to complete the pre-employment assessments will be contacted

We appreciate your interest in our company!

Please be advised that some positions have been designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process

Irving Tissue, a division of Irving Consumer Products, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.