Maintenance Associate

Position Title:
Maintenance Associate

Pay Rate:
$22.60/Hour

Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time

Physical Location:
Atlanta Container (Forest Park, GA)

The Job You Will Perform:

• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Participate in the Maintenance Associate Program, completing on-the-job and online training in mechanical, electrical, and preventive maintenance over approximately eighteen (18) months.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all key areas of the Maintenance Associate Training Matrix and pass the AON General Mechanic/Journeyman test to advance to a qualified maintenance journeyman/mechanic.
• Maintain satisfactory performance and progress throughout the program.
• Assist qualified mechanics with routine maintenance (e.g., lubrication, inspections, adjustments) and help respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Learn to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems using appropriate tools, manuals, and schematics.
• Accurately complete maintenance records and keep supervisors informed of equipment issues and progress.
• Work effectively with team members, vendors, and subcontractors to meet maintenance goals and support plant operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support overall maintenance and production efficiency.
• Applicants must be willing to work alternate shifts, weekends, and daily overtime as required.

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

• A high school diploma (or GED) is required. One to two years’ experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment is required.
• Experience in the corrugated or converting industry is preferred but not required.
  
  

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:
Leadership training, promotional opportunities


The Impact You Will Make:
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 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. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at 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. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on aiapply.co or View phone number on aiapply.co.