Entry Level Operations

Production Associates start as entry level at an hourly rate of $24.47/hr.

After an initial onboarding period, the Entry Level new hires immediately begin a state-of-the-art training and certification program to allow potential rapid advancement to higher position and increased wages.

Pensacola Mill
375 Muscogee Rd
Cantonment, FL 32533

Hourly Full-Time; 12-Hour Rotating Shifts.

4 Day Shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) --- 7 days off

4 Night Shifts (6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) --- 3 days off

3 Day Shifts (6 a.m. – 6 p.m.) --- 1 day off

3 Night Shifts (6 p.m. – 6 a.m.) --- 3 days off

• At least 18 years of age
• Minimum high school graduate, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Eligible for employment in the US
• Must be willing to meet the following requirements:
• Operate or work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery or elevated working surfaces (with proper safety training and safety protection)
• Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment
• Undergo a job-related health assessment 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

• You will start in an entry-level position and perform general physical activities.
• On the job training may involve physical, technical, and mechanical ability in order to perform the following duties:
• Climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
• Monitoring, adjusting, and controlling operating equipment
• Conducting tests and inspections of products or processes to evaluate quality or performance

• Critical Thinking – Analyze and use logic to address issues
• Mechanical Aptitude – Capacity to apply mechanical principles to solve problems
• Team Player – Collaborate and work cooperatively across a multifunctional team
• Dependability – Being reliable, responsible, and dependable
• Self-Motivation – Exerting effort towards training to move up to next position and accepting feedback to make improvements or take corrective action

• Demonstrated stability through a consistent work history with at least 2-years consecutive employment; or,
• Demonstrated combination of technical training and school leadership activities; or,
• Other technical training or certifications such as Ready to Work programs

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

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

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