Position Requirements:

Owns personal and team safety. Observes all safety rules and uses the proper safety equipment at all times.Responsible for managing support functions including: unloading raw materials and delivering them to the production floors; operating the virgin pulper bale feeding system; supporting the Dry End operation; and supporting the Wet End and Stock Prep operation.Follows necessary Good Manufacturing Practices and other manufacturing regulations/guidelines.Manages the respective papermaking support function. Receives work direction from the Lead Process Operator.Operates select pieces of process and material handling equipment.Ensures all raw material inventories are maintained and communicates any issues.Ensures quality and workmanship standards are met for the products being produced.Ensures process and product quality checks are performed as required.Maintains any required record keeping.Ensures shift-to-shift communication is maintained.Practices good housekeeping by keeping the machines and surrounding areas clean.Develops and maintains operating procedures and ensures all Standard Operating Procedures are followed.Communicates any and all operating problems and status to the Lead Process Operator.Properly trains other Process Operator(s) and other Team Members as required.Assists maintenance personnel as needed.Performs other duties as necessary when directed.Show up ready for work and on-time. Becomes an expert at his/her position, but capable of performing all departmental Process Operator jobs.Understands the business and the impact of his/her position.

Experience/Qualifications Required:      

High School diploma or equivalent required.Mechanical aptitude including ability to operate a forklift.Mathematical skills to operate and understand laboratory testing.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team oriented environment.Ability to communicate orally and in writing.Ability to analyze and troubleshoot problems.Basic computer skills.Work 12-hour shifts.Ability to work night shift (6:42pm - 7:00am)

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations.  As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.