Converting Technician

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Georgia-Pacific's Consumer Products division is seeking qualified professionals to consider for their Converting Technician position to support the Converting department inside the pulp and paper manufacturing facility located in Muskogee, OK
. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of converting production lines, ensuring equipment is running within established standards for production, quality, and waste. You will monitor line performance, adjust within standard operating procedures, and support basic equipment care to maintain reliability. You will work closely with Converting Performance Leaders, Manufacturing Engineers, Reliability Technicians, and other team members to resolve issues, support daily production goals, and contribute to continuous improvement within your assigned area.

Technicians, and various members of the product system the technician is assigned to. The shift for this position is 12- hour rotating shift that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The pay starts at $21.50 per hour.

• Operate converting production lines safely and efficiently to meet established production, quality, and waste targets
• Monitor equipment performance and product quality; make necessary adjustments within standard procedures (SPs)
• Perform Operator Basic Care (OBC) tasks including cleaning, inspection, and lubrication to sustain equipment reliability
• Identify and elevate equipment or process issues; assist with basic troubleshooting to minimize downtime
• Support changeovers, startups, and shutdowns to ensure smooth and efficient transitions between products
• Maintain a clean, organized work area in alignment with housekeeping and 5S expectations
• Work collaboratively with team members, maintenance, and leadership to meet daily production goals
• Safely operate and work around mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, clamp trucks) as required
• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements
• Perform physical tasks including lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing, and pulling for extended periods (up to 12-hour shifts) in a loud, industrial environment, including work at heights or in confined spaces
• Communicate effectively during shift handoffs and team meetings (DDS) to ensure alignment on priorities and risks

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post high school education in a manufacturing/industrial centered program
• Three or more years of experience operating, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment
• Three or more years of experience using computerized machinery in a production environment
• Experience working in a Pulp/Paper Mill or with converting equipment
• Experience performing preventive maintenance routes in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools

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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life insurance
• ADD
• disability
• retirement
• paid vacation/time off
• educational assistance
• 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 Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please  for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information , aqui, or tu).