Georgia Pacific
Production Associate - Blue Rapids, KS
Georgia Pacific, Blue Rapids, Kansas, United States, 66411
Your Job
Georgia‑Pacific Gypsum is seeking motivated and safety‑oriented individuals to join our team as
Production Associate
at our
Blue Rapids, KS
facility.
This position creates value by supporting our operations team in the continuous manufacturing of plaster product. If you enjoy hands‑on work where you can make a direct impact on your company and community, enjoy being part of a team that works safely, produces a quality product, and provides ongoing learning opportunities, this may be the opportunity for you!
Shift:
8‑hour shifts (must be available for any shift – 1st, 2nd, or 3rd) – includes weekends, holidays, and overtime
Shift placement will be determined upon business need at time of hire
Compensation:
Starting compensation is $23.61/hr. and shift differential (2nd Shift $1.00 more and 3rd Shift $2.00 more)
$500 sign‑on bonus!
Plant's address: 2127 US‑77 Blue Rapids, KS 66411
What You Will Do
Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
Monitor and/or entry 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
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, industrial, high‑volume environment
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
At least 6 months of previous work experience
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post‑high school education in a manufacturing/industrial centered program
Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
Experience operating a motorized forklift, clamp truck or industrial equipment
Experience working with automated or robotic equipment and machinery
Experience troubleshooting equipment
Experience working with construction materials e.g., lumber, gypsum, plaster, brick, insulation, etc.
Our Team The Blue Rapids facility employs approximately 130 individuals in supporting Georgia‑Pacific as one of the nation's leading gypsum board manufacturers. Georgia‑Pacific's building product business is consistently amongst the nation's top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers. Our employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury‑free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit http://www.buildgp.com.
Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper‑based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia‑Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits 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 so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.
Equal Opportunities 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. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).
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Georgia‑Pacific Gypsum is seeking motivated and safety‑oriented individuals to join our team as
Production Associate
at our
Blue Rapids, KS
facility.
This position creates value by supporting our operations team in the continuous manufacturing of plaster product. If you enjoy hands‑on work where you can make a direct impact on your company and community, enjoy being part of a team that works safely, produces a quality product, and provides ongoing learning opportunities, this may be the opportunity for you!
Shift:
8‑hour shifts (must be available for any shift – 1st, 2nd, or 3rd) – includes weekends, holidays, and overtime
Shift placement will be determined upon business need at time of hire
Compensation:
Starting compensation is $23.61/hr. and shift differential (2nd Shift $1.00 more and 3rd Shift $2.00 more)
$500 sign‑on bonus!
Plant's address: 2127 US‑77 Blue Rapids, KS 66411
What You Will Do
Operate equipment to defined standards and product specification targets
Monitor and/or entry 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
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, industrial, high‑volume environment
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
At least 6 months of previous work experience
What Will Put You Ahead
Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, agricultural, or military environment OR completion of post‑high school education in a manufacturing/industrial centered program
Experience using a computer, tablet, or smart device
Experience operating a motorized forklift, clamp truck or industrial equipment
Experience working with automated or robotic equipment and machinery
Experience troubleshooting equipment
Experience working with construction materials e.g., lumber, gypsum, plaster, brick, insulation, etc.
Our Team The Blue Rapids facility employs approximately 130 individuals in supporting Georgia‑Pacific as one of the nation's leading gypsum board manufacturers. Georgia‑Pacific's building product business is consistently amongst the nation's top suppliers of building products to large warehouse retailers and building materials dealers. Our employees strive for safety and health excellence while achieving an injury‑free workplace. To learn more about our Building Products division, visit http://www.buildgp.com.
Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper‑based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia‑Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits 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 so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.
Equal Opportunities 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. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).
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