Join Our Growing Team at American Eagle Paper Mills!
Position: Full-Time Laborers and Machine Operators
Location: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Tyrone, PA 16686
Shift: 12-Hour Rotating Shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Position Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour with opportunities for advancement
About Us:
American Eagle Paper Mills has been locally owned and operated since 2003. We pride ourselves on fostering a innovative work environment where every team member's contribution is valued and celebrated. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and thrive alongside us.
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective from the date of hire)
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- 401(k) Plan with Employer Match (eligible after 60 days)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Generous Vacation Time: 40 hours after six months, 80 hours after one year, with additional vacation hours based on your length of service
- Career Growth:
- We believe in promoting from within and offer opportunities for career advancement.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
As a valued member of our production team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our operations run smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating and inspecting fork trucks, clamp trucks, and tugs
- Removing wires, wrappers, and debris from paper bales when loading conveyors
- Assisting machine operators and material handlers
- Inspecting finished products and reporting any issues to operators
- Transporting rolls or skids of paper to Finishing or storage areas
- Loading and unloading rolls using proper equipment and techniques
- Assisting in splicing rolls and threading the winder
- Replenishing operating and packaging supplies to ensure uninterrupted production
What We’re Looking For:
- Safety First: Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and understand workplace hazards.
- Team Player: Assist your colleagues and maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Quality Focused: Uphold quality standards in all tasks.
- Skills: Fork truck experience required. Ability to walk distances, stand for 8-12 hours daily, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently. Must be able to read and comprehend a tape measure.
- Availability: Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts with exceptional attendance.
- Experience: Previous manufacturing experience is helpful but not required.
Work Environment:
Our manufacturing environment is safety-centric, requiring safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection. Hard hats, cut-resistant gloves, and face shields may also be necessary for specific tasks. We maintain a smoke-free, fast-paced, and high-pressure setting to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency.
How to Apply: We want to hear from you! Please attach your resume to your application to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team at American Eagle Paper Mills, where your growth and success are our priorities!
