Utility Rockingham

Utility Worker Job Description
Olsten is assisting a local client recruiting for a current Paper Mill Utility Worker in Rockingham, NC. We are looking for a hardworking utility worker to perform general duties.This is a long-term temporary to hire opportunity. As a member of the team, you will be relied upon to achieve optimum productivity while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

This is a full-time entry level position on a continuous, 24/7 Paper Machine operation. If you meet the qualifications listed below, please Apply Now!
Job Responsibilities

• Perform extensive industrial cleaning and housekeeping throughout the paper mill, including production, machine, and stock prep areas
  
  
• Work in a dirty, dusty, wet, and physically demanding environment and assist with cleanup during and after production runs and machine shutdowns
  
  
• Take verbal and written instructions from company managers and maintenance personnel
  
  
• Physically inspect, communicate, and troubleshoot product quality and customer/order specifications
  
  
• Retrieve order specifications, documentation, and order data from internal systems
  
  
• Operate and maintain assigned productivity standards
  
  
• Follow job-specific procedures during paper machine shutdowns and assist with orderly startups and shutdowns
  
  
• Cut and/or set cores
  
  
• Assist with paper machine operations
  
  
• Process paper rolls to customer specifications
  
  
• Move materials to and around the paper mill and stock preparation areas
  
  
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and cleanup of equipment and work areas
  
  
• Complete utility tasks and ensure projects are finished and properly signed off
  
  

Work Environment

• Heavy cleaning and sanitation duties are required daily
  
• Exposure to paper dust, pulp, water, chemicals, grease, and debris
  
• Work performed in hot, cold, wet, and noisy conditions
  
• This is hands-on, dirty work and not a light-duty position
  
  

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
  
  
• Previous utility or industrial experience preferred
  
  
• Ability to read and interpret written work orders and instructions
  
  
• Ability to stand, crouch, kneel, and perform repetitive movements for extended periods
  
  
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and manipulate heavy equipment
  
  
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments
  
  
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating swing shifts (days and nights)
  

Pay for this position is $17.50/hr. plus overtime as needed. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity.

Olsten provides one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry to contract workers. Benefits are available to you as a contractor after one week of employment.

Click on Apply Now to be considered for this Paper Mill Utility Worker job in Rockingham, NC or any related opportunities with Olsten.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Pay Details: $17.50 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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