Position Title:
Corrugator Operator – Wet End
Pay Rate:
$27.02-31.41 per hour (depending on experience)
Category/Shift:
Hourly Full-Time: Must be available to work various shifts and weekends
Physical Location:
Spotswood Container Plant
140 Summerhill Road
Spotswood, NJ 08884
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Position Summary
The Corrugator Operator – Wet End is responsible for operating and monitoring
the wet end of the corrugator machine, including paper feeding, flute formation,
adhesive application, and liner bonding. This role ensures consistent board
quality, proper machine setup, and efficient production flow.
Key Responsibilities
* Set up and operate wet-end components of the corrugator, including
singlefacers, preheaters, and adhesive systems
* Monitor paper rolls, tension, alignment, and splicing for continuous
operation
- Prepare and adjust starch/adhesive mixtures to meet product specifications
- Control temperatures, pressures, and speeds to ensure proper flute formation
and bonding
* Inspect board quality (moisture, flute integrity, warp, adhesion) and make
real-time adjustments
* Coordinate with dry-end operators and supervisors to maintain production
efficiency
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance or adjustments
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area
- Complete production documentation and quality records accurately
Requirements/Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical training preferred)
- Previous manufacturing experience; corrugator or packaging industry
experience strongly preferred
- Knowledge of paper grades, adhesives, and corrugating processes
- Ability to operate industrial machinery and interpret production
specifications
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
- Basic math and computer skills for production tracking
- Physical ability to lift, stand for long periods, and work in a manufacturing
environment
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 Disability, 401(k) and Pension, Paid Time Off, Education &
Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), 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) is a global producer of sustainable packaging,
pulp and other fiber-based products, and one of the world's largest recyclers.
Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 39,000 colleagues
globally who are committed to creating what's next. We serve customers
worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North
Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2023 were $18.9 billion. 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. 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
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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
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