Industrial Production Worker Jobs

Georgia-Pacific is now hiring Production Workers immediately at our plywood mill in Emporia, VA. This is an entry-level production position with a starting rate of pay of $19.51 per hour. This role creates value by helping to meet production goals through safely operating various types of machinery. This position offers with plenty of opportunity to advance and grow within the company.

Our Team

Georgia-Pacific in Emporia, VA is part of GP's building products division and one of the leading plywood manufacturing plants. We specialize in the conversion of raw wood materials into plywood. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit www.buildgp.com.

Shift: Our employees work up to 12-hours shifts following a 2-2-3 schedule. Days 6:30 am-7pm; Nights 6:30 pm -7am.

What You Will Do

• Work at various heights depending on the department could include consistent use of a ladder and stairs
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a hot, humid, cold, and noisy industrial environment
• Support machine operators by learning to safely operate the dryers-line and others machines that are used in the process of making Plywood
• Assist team members throughout the mill during production times
• Perform basic care duties such as preventative maintenance on machinery or repairing minor issues
• Learn to operate machinery to expected performance levels
• Adhere to all plant safety and environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures to include wearing safety equipment
• Operate small equipment and using tools; blowers, shovels, pitch forks, brooms, to clean up debris in and around machines to ensure a safe work environment for all employees

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• At least six (6) months experience in one of the following: production, manufacturing, warehouse, construction or military

• Experience working in the lumber, plywood or timber industry
• Experience operating heavy machinery
• Experience operating a forklift
• Experience using a computer, tablet or smart phone

This role is part of the collective bargaining agreement and the starting pay for this role is set at $19.51 per hour.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day - to make everyday products even better.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf