Koch Inc.
Koch Inc. is hiring: Machine Operator - 3rd Shift in Spartanburg
Koch Inc., Spartanburg, SC, United States, 29302
Overview
Georgia-Pacific is hiring an experienced Machine Operator for 3rd shift to join our Corrugated facility in Spartanburg, SC.
Starting Pay
- $21.50 per hour - $24.50 per hour depending on experience (including $0.50 per hour shift differential).
Standard Weekly Hours
- Sun: 10:00pm – 7:00am
- Mon–Thurs: 11:00pm – 7:00am
Shift Details and Overtime
- Candidates must be available to work up to 4 hours before and/or after assigned shift to cover vacations, absences, and open positions as needed.
- Weekend work may be required (commonly Friday night, rarely Saturday night).
- The first 2 to 4 weeks of orientation and training will likely be on 1st shift (7:00am – 3:00pm).
Location
3100 Southport Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29302
What You Will Do
- Serve as primary operator on box-making machinery (Flexo Folder Gluer, EVOL, and/or Die Cutter), to produce finished boxes.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
- Understand key metrics and operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets.
- Assist in the setup, operation, and monitoring of machinery in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Proactively prep orders by ensuring all necessary materials and components are ready for use in the production process.
- Monitor and/or enter data into computer control systems.
- Serve as a knowledgeable leader on your machine, providing training, direction, motivation, and support to fellow team members.
- Perform basic asset care duties to include routine preventative maintenance and cleaning of work area.
- Identify potential improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards.
- Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic Qualifications
- Machine Operator with at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing and/or industrial environment.
- Lifelong learner who is motivated to learn, grow, and improve each day.
- Hard-working, positive, “can-do” teammate who generously shares knowledge with others.
- Role model who displays responsibility, integrity, respect for others, and humility.
- Proven winner who is driven to succeed and deliver outstanding results.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in Corrugated or similar packaging industry.
- Die Cut, EVOL, or Flexo Folder Gluer Operator experience.
- Previous leadership experience in manufacturing, military, or industrial environment.
Equal Opportunity
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please note: E-Verify information varies by state.
Employment Type
- Full-time
Seniority Level
- Mid-Senior level
Job Function
- Management and Manufacturing
Industries
- Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing