General Helper
Listed on 2026-10-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Material Handler, Forklift Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Position Title
JOB DESCRIPTION
Initial Job:
General Helper
Once Qualified:
Machine Operator, Palletizer/Unitizer Operator, Shipper Loader, Biller/Receiver, Stacker, Utility
$25.01/hr during probationary period, then $26.14/hr up to $31.19/hr once qualified in position
Category/ShiftHourly Full-Time (Monday-Friday)
Training on 1 st Shift (7:00am-3:00pm)
Hiring Shifts2nd Shift (3:00pm-11:00pm)
3rd Shift (11:00pm- 7:00am)
PhysicalLocation:
Atglen Container
4581 Lower Valley Road
Atglen PA 19310
The Job You Will Perform- Safely run machines and follow all safety rules and practices at all times;
- Count and stack finished product;
- Learn customer requirements and specifications by reading factory work orders, print cards, and design specifications;
- Utilize basic shop math;
- Accurately read tape measures, gauges and other test equipment;
- Coordinate activities with other machine crew members to efficiently set up and run orders;
- Operate lift trucks in a safe and effective manner
- Ensure correct product is sent through appropriate production line
- Ensure correct strapping patterns for product, and that loads are strapped with proper dunnage according to instructions and customer-specific requests
- Monitor loads and notify supervisor regarding any product issues
- Monitor take-off line following strapping process, and load material onto designated trucks, requiring accurate record of load tallies
- Transporting product to the appropriate areas of the warehouse as needed
- Load warehoused product from the warehouse to the loading dock, as well as receive product from incoming trucks, sign for the receipt of it, and transport to designated department
- Turn in proper paperwork to the shipping office
- Rotate as needed between strapper position, take-off line lift truck and floor driver lift truck operation procedures
- Sweep trailers and floor areas
- Complete a daily safety check list, change propane tanks, and check the fluids and air filters on their lift truck
- Maintain quality and production standards as required by the company;
- Continually monitor the quality and quantity of production;
- Maintain housekeeping continually during the assigned shift;
- Perform quality inspections and tests, and record findings; and
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.
1 year of hands-on Industrial Plant manufacturing experience
Corrugated Industry Experience PreferredSit down Forklift/pull pack experience preferred
Additional Skills- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- The ability to accurately read a tape measurer and ruler
- The ability to use basic shop math
- The ability to learn; and the ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work effectively as a member of a team.
- International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term Disability, 401(k) and/or Pension (where applicable), Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
Leadership training, promotional opportunities
The Impact You Will MakeWe continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
The Culture You Will ExperienceInternational Paper 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…
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