Production Utility Operator

Job Details

Ontario Mill - Ontario, CA

Full Time

Less than 10%

Manufacturing

Position Title: Production Utility Operator

Location: Ontario, California

Role Summary: The Production Utility Operator's primary role is to ensure the final product leaves the machine floor and is transferred to the Shipping Department with the correct size and labeling identified. The Production Utility Operator also assists other Operators in upset conditions as needed in safe, reliable, and efficient manner.

What You'll Do:

Operate roll bander and labeling station

Cut cores to desired size for winder

Housekeeping of area

Supply winder with cores of appropriate specifications

Loads cores into winder in proper order

Performance machine wash-ups and clean-ups as directed

Brings sheet to dry end of the breaks

Supply production area with needed materials

Cut down off-quality rolls

Assist on the paper-machine during condition upset and on scheduled outages

Other duties as assigned

Compensation, Benefits & Perks:

Starting Rate $23.81

Rate Progression:

Starting hourly rate is $23.81, with an increase to $27.84 after 6 months. A "1 Skill Rate" of $32.40 per hour can be earned in less than 6 months with certification of skill

Quarterly bonus up to $800, dependent upon company and individual performance

Benefits:

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) option with company contribution

401k plan & generous company match up to 6%; no vesting schedule

Short & Long-Term Disability coverage (company paid)

Life Insurance & AD&D coverage (company paid)

Flexible & Dependent Care Savings Account options

Employee Assistance Program

PTO, sick, vacation and holiday pay

What You Need to Know:

Hiring Process

Initial application review

Invitation to test for the position on-site in Ontario

Testing consists of a Mechanical Aptitude exam and Use of Information exam. Both must be passed with a minimum score of 70% to move on

Virtual panel interview

On-site tour of facility and working conditions

Final review and offer

Background check & drug screening

Working conditions: paper mill environment (out of the elements but not temperature-controlled), 80-90 degrees in winter months, up to 105 degrees in summer months

Physical requirements:

Must be able to walk 80% of work day

Ability to lift to 35 lbs.; occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to bend, squat, climb, twist, reach above and below shoulder level, and kneel

Must be able to use of repetitive use of hands; simple grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation

Schedule: The schedule for this position is a rotating shift schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. Most shifts are 12 hours. In a 28-day rotating schedule, employees work 15 days and have 13 days off.

Reports to: Shift Foreman

# of People on Your Team: 13-15

Who is New-Indy Containerboard?

Founded in 2012, New-Indy Containerboard is a joint venture of two successful, privately held companies, the Kraft Group (Boston) and Schwarz Partners (Indianapolis).

As an essential business, we operate in 7 states and in Mexico and have about 2,200 employees within 4 paper mills and 3 packaging companies.

New-Indy has experienced substantial growth through acquisition. Since 2012, we have a growth rate of almost 900% and we aren’t slowing down!

We focus on environmentally conscious manufacturing processes and facilities including 100% recycled fiber, co-generation power plants and waste-water treatment capabilities.

Visit our website at

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Why work for New-Indy?

Emphasis on learning

Provide “American Dream” if you work hard and have the desire to learn and grow.

($28.23 average pay for entry-level position)

Essential business – 3 acquisitions during a pandemic year

Does this sound good to you? If so, great! Click the link to apply for the position. We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay Transparency: The starting hourly rate for this opportunity is $23.81 per hour. Other rewards may include quarterly bonus eligibility, which is based on company and individual performance. New-Indy provides a variety of benefits to employees, including medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Please note the compensation information is a good faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.

What You'll Need:

High School Diploma or GED at minimum required

Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules and operating instructions

Ability to navigate through various reporting software platforms

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to apply concepts of basic math and computer skills

Ability to be part of a multi-functional/multi-skill production organization

Nice To Have:

Mechanical Aptitude preferred

Manufacturing Experience preferred