Machine Operator

Overview

Georgia‑Pacific is looking for motivated Machine Operators with a passion for safety to join our team in Sheboygan, WI.

• Pay: $22.50–$25.00 per hour
• Shift differential: $3/hour while working on 2nd or 3rd shift
• Hours: 1st shift: 6 am–2 pm; 2nd shift: 2 pm–10 pm; 3rd shift: 10 pm–6 am (Sunday start)
• Shift flexibility: Must be available to work all shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed

1927 Erie Ave, Sheboygan, WI 53081

• Operate the production line with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity, waste, and quality standards
• Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments as needed
• Consistently look for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards
• Promote employee involvement, ownership, and accountability to drive safety excellence
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with team members
• Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
• Enter data into computer control systems as required
• Troubleshoot equipment to optimize production
• Collaborate with machine operators and other team members to ensure smooth operations
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of the work area
• Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies
• Prep orders by ensuring all necessary materials are ready for use in the production process
• Assist in the setup, operation, and monitoring of machinery per established procedures
• Provide training, direction, and support to team members
• Understand key metrics and production goals

• Experience in a manufacturing, agricultural, warehouse, or military environment, or completion of post‑high school education in manufacturing/industrial disciplines
• Previous experience operating production machinery

• Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
• Experience working in the corrugated packaging industry
• Previous leadership experience in a manufacturing, military, or industrial environment

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Retirement plan
• Paid vacation and time off
• Educational assistance and potential infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (subject to eligibility criteria)

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.