Product Unit Operator

Your Job

Georgia Pacific is hiring a Pulp Machine Operator for our Perdue Hill, AL (ARC).

The Product Unit Operators create value by safely operating production machines to meet or exceed the mill's production and quality goals.

Work is performed in a sometimes hot, cold, humid, noisy, industrial environment, and around dust, oil, grease, chemicals, and other substances.

The Product Unit Operator will work twelve (12) hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays, and required overtime as needed.

This position pays $23.89 per hour.

Our Team

Alabama River Cellulose (ARC) mill has been a major part of the economic lifeblood of the region.

Recognized as one of the largest pulp operations in North America, the mill is also considered the largest manufacturer in Monroe County and one of the largest employers in the area.

ARC, part of Georgia-Pacific's Cellulose group.

What You Will Do


* Operate and troubleshoot the equipment within the scope of operations for the Pulp Machine


* Progress through multiple skill levels in a timely manner to develop knowledge of all the operating systems in the Pulp Machine


* Perform equipment cleanup and operator basic care to include minor maintenance tasks


* Monitor process variables to maintain efficient Pulp Machine operations and meet department quality, cost, and production goals


* Work twelve (12) hour rotating shifts and will be a member of Fire and Rescue Team if assigned


* Maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations to include wearing required safety equipment


* Attend and complete mandatory and ongoing trainings


* Perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, pushing and/or pulling

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* High School Diploma or GED


* Associate degree in Process Operations or Electrical/Instrumentation OR two (2) years of experience in an industrial/manufacturing/military environment


* Experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel for data entry and document creation

What Will Put You Ahead


* Pulp/paper machine experience


* Experience with completing safe work permits (hot work, line breaking) and executing lockout activities (isolation, draining, deenergizing)


* Industrial lift truck certification


* Electrical or Mechanical Maintenance Experience


* Bachelor's Degree in Process Operations or Engineering

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