Machine Operator

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Georgia‑Pacific is looking for safety‑oriented individuals to join our team as Machine Operator in Milford, NJ!

• $23.50 per hour
• 2nd shift differential is $1.50 per hour / 3rd shift differential is $2.00 per hour
• You will have the ability to increase your compensation based on skills and contribution to the overall performance of the plant.
• This role is eligible for our Performance Pay program that could offer up to a 6% quarterly bonus.

• Currently hiring for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Only candidates who are available to work either shift will be considered.
• This may include overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Orientation will be on 1st shift (7am‑3pm), and you will be assigned your permanent shift approximately 30 days later.
• Milford operates on a point based attendance program.

• 1st shift:
  Monday - Friday 7am‑3pm; weekends and overtime as needed
• 2nd shift:
  Monday - Friday 3pm‑11pm; weekends and overtime as needed
• 3rd shift:
  Monday - Friday 11pm‑7am; weekends and overtime as needed

Machine Operators play an integral part in maintaining the success of the plant by providing coverage and support for various machine centers throughout the plant. Machine Operators will find opportunities to move into positions with increased responsibility. Georgia-Pacific is one of the nation's leading corrugated box manufacturers. To learn more about our Corrugated Division, visit

We are located directly across the Delaware River from Riegelsville, PA, in a picturesque countryside. We are just 20 minutes from Easton, PA; 20 minutes from Phillipsburg, NJ; 20 minutes from Quakertown, PA; 25 minutes from Bethlehem, PA; and 30 minutes from Doylestown, PA.

• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Monitor and/or enter data into computer control systems
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area
• Work as a team to help meet or exceed production, waste, quality, and safety goals
• Operate and/or work around mobile equipment

• 6+ months experience operating production machinery
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance

• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
• One (1) year or more experience working in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment
• Experience working in the corrugated packaging industry

• Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment
• Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day, in a loud/noisy, and industrial, high-volume environment

All Georgia‑Pacific companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

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. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, disability, retirement, paid vacation, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

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.