Position Title: BANDER OPERATOR 3rd SHIFT

Pay Rate: $18.89/HR (plus 0.25 cents per hour shift differential)

Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time 3rd Shift (10 hours shifts-OT and weekend work will be required at times depending on production schedule.)

Physical Location: 152 Iodent Way

Suite A

Elizabethton, TN 37643

The Job You Will Perform:

• Operates the unitizer in a safe and efficient manner following indicated work methods.
• Makes ready, operate and maintains the machine.
• Observes and monitors machine operations to detect malfunctions and to determine whether adjustments are needed.
• Identifies, troubleshoot and corrects product defects caused by the machine.
• Performs routine adjustments during the unitizing and maintains proper unitizing of finished orders throughout the run.
• Sets up and operates unitizer meeting customer specific requirements.
• Ensures all finished orders are completed to specifications including “special unitizing instructions” if applicable.
• Identifies and makes basic repairs to the machine.
• Ensures Operation of machine and related equipment by completing basic preventive maintenance requirements according to operation standards.
• Runs the machine meeting production goals and keeping up with unitizing of all finished units from machines.
• Maintains housekeeping standards all the time.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Comply with all IP’s Safety rules and Quality policies and protocols at all times.
• Keep appropriate records and reports (complete forms, logs, and records accurately – as required).
• Other duties as assigned by managers and or supervisors/shift leader.
• Operates forklift at times to assist unloading the line and other various tasks.

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The Skills You Will Bring:

This position requires standing throughout your entire shift and moderate to heavy lifting at times.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement, pension, and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the plant, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. In Russia, we have a 50/50 joint venture, Ilim Group, the country's largest integrated manufacturer of pulp and paper. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.