Maintenance-Mechanical Associate

Position Title: Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Pay Rate: Starting rate of $31.32 - 34.63 per hour.

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time

Physical

Location:

2449 Stagecoach Rd

Oglethorpe, GA 31068

The key accountabilities listed below are not to be considered all-inclusive; a team member may be required to perform additional tasks, as directed, based on changing business needs of the company.

• Assist journeyman-level mechanics in routine maintenance work as well as performing many duties independently.
• Duties for mechanics include, but are not restricted to, replacing valves & gaskets, basic welding, repacking pumps & valves, forklift operations, screwed pipe & tubing installations, cylinder repair, pump repair & replacement, repair of rotating assemblies, roll repair and replacements, motor replacements, and repair of mechanical drive systems.

• Ensure an understanding of quality policy and support efforts for a positive customer experience.
• Aid in the execution of mill-wide quality efforts as needed to help maintain mill quality standards.

Minimum

• Must be currently 18 years of age or older
• Eligible for employment in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Basic computer skills
• Able to function in a team environment.

AND the following

• One (1) year experience in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas:
  Millwright, Machinist, Lubrication, Welding, Automotive Maintenance or Pipe fitting.
• One (1) year vocational/technical education in any of the following Maintenance Skill Areas:
  Millwright, Machinist, Lubrication, Welding, Automotive Maintenance or Pipe fitting.

Must be willing to meet the following requirements:

• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Submit to periodic drug screens as a condition of employment.
• Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule
• Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification
• Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis
• Wear required safety equipment
• Operate or work in industrial conditions (i.e. warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces with proper safety training and safety protection)

Preferred

• Associate degree in any of the Core Maintenance skills or related disciplines. (Millwright, Machinist, Welding or Pipe fitting)
• Relevant work experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong math/physics understanding.
• Instrumentation background on the Instrumentation Electrical side.

Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe, high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products, diapers, feminine care, incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. In addition, our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials, paints, coatings and more.

GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3,300 employees globally, with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting

Global Cellulose Fibers 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.