Production Laborer

Where you will work

 The Augusta mill sits along the Savannah River, on the state border between
 Georgia and South Carolina and manufactures light, medium, and heavyweight
 coated paperboard. It is a well-invested SBS paperboard manufacturing facility
 with approximately 600 thousand tons of capacity.  This facility boasts over 700
 employees and has been in operation for almost 65 years.  Located on 3,000
 acres, the Augusta site operates two paper machines that produce 1,940 tons per
 day.  The Augusta Mill is Clearwater Paper’s largest paperboard facility and is
 critical to the success of our strategy and future.

 Augusta, Georgia is a vibrant community along the Georgia/South Carolina border
 about 150 miles east of Atlanta and 70 miles west of Columbia.  Augusta offers a
 variety of experiences – something for everyone!  The area offers historical
 attractions, recreational activities, music, family festivals, and other
 unforgettable experiences for fun with a hometown feel.  Downtown Augusta is
 home to many of Augusta’s most popular attractions
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 owned restaurants [], and nightlife
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 through November, the Augusta Market
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 local and regional taste makers and artisans of all kinds to the 8th Street
 entrance to the Riverwalk
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 Tournament has placed Augusta on a world stage, confirming its well-earned
 reputation for tradition, hospitality, and heritage.  Students from around the
 country call Augusta home thanks to Augusta University, Georgia Military
 College, Paine College, University of South Carolina Aiken, and many technical
 and educational institutes around Augusta’s River Region.  Augusta’s warm
 year-round climate provides several opportunities for outdoor activities and
 leisure.

 Entry-Level production workers start at a rate of $19.29. We offer a wide array
 of benefits including, but not limited to, Paid Vacation & Holidays, optional
 Health, Dental, and Life Insurance, health spending accounts as well as 401-K
 with matching funds.

 What you will do

 The entry-level Production Laborer will be responsible for the operation of
 various mill production equipment, general housekeeping tasks, accurately
 reading tape measures and gauges and other test equipment, following directions,
 ensuring quality, and monitoring the process to produce quality products. This
 position is responsible for making equipment adjustments, cleaning the
 equipment/ facility, and performing other designated tasks in a safe and
 efficient manner in accordance with the standard operating procedures (SOP).
 They understand and align business operations and their assigned department as
 he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with
 Clearwater Paper business, cultural, financial, and operational objectives.

 Job functions include:

* Maintain a safe work environment for yourself and other associates.
  
* Assist crew members with housekeeping and general production tasks.
  
* Operate Forklift and/or Bobcat to retrieve supplies and move product.
  
* Monitor and make adjustments to the equipment, including visual checks jams
    and other malfunctions.
  
* Maintain all documentation of daily and monthly rounds in accordance with the
    current SOP’s.
  
* Communicate with operators, prior and next shift, of pertinent quality and
    production concerns.

 What you will need

* High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  
* Commitment to safety and quality
  
* Knowledge of basic manufacturing practices and strong problem-solving skills.
  
* Basic mechanical ability to make adjustments to the equipment to maximize
    production and ensure quality standards are met or exceeded.
  
* Crane or hoist experience
  
* Able to effectively use hand tools like a pipe or valve wrench, and/or
    channel locks.
  
* Ability to learn through self-directed study and desire for advancement.
  
* The ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  
* Maintain a cooperative working relationship, demonstrate a positive attitude
    and consideration towards fellow employees and supervision.
  
* Prior experience in an industrial setting is…