CCF Entry Level Production Technician

Position Title: Entry Level Production Technician (CCF)Columbus MSPay Rate: $22.48/hour $43 weekly scheduling premium (CPP)Category/Shift: Hourly Full-Time / Rotating 12 hour shifts (6am-6pm / 6pm-6am) on a 28-day rotation swinging from nights to days weekly 36 hours one week 48 hours the next week (8 hours built in OT every check). A total of 7 DAY shifts 7 NIGHT shifts and 14 OFF shifts every 28 The Role:This position supports the Columbus Cellulose Fibers (CCF) facility located in Columbus Mississippi. The Entry Level Production Technician candidate must have a desire and ability to work as a multi-skilled technician in a continuous process industry. Applicants must have a demonstrated commitment to safety and successfully complete a rigorous assessment You: Knowledge Skills and Abilities Minimum Requirements:Must be at least age 18High school diploma GED or equivalent work experience requiredExcellent safety experienceAble to wear required safety equipmentGood written and verbal communication skillsAble to work a rotating shift schedule including:Days & NightsHolidaysWeekendsAble to work overtimeAble to work safely around moving manufacturing equipment and machineryAble to qualify to operate mobile equipment (including overhead cranes)Able to work in a team-based system (flexible can rotate tasks)Basic Math SkillsMeasurable Mechanical AptitudeBasic Computer SkillsSuccessful completion of a pre-employment drug screenPhysical Dexterity and Strength Requirements: (with or without reasonable accommodation)Able to lift/handle 50 pounds occasionallyAble to lift 2 20 pounds regularlyAble to climb steps and laddersAble to enter small vesselsAble to work from heightsAble to turn large valvesAble to stand or walk for 2 3 hours at a time for 10 12 hoursAble to work in extreme temperatures (hot/cold)Able to work in a noisy environment while wearing hearing protectionPreferred Qualifications:Advanced education preferredDemonstrated leadership skills a plusPrior experience with shift work a plusPrefer 2 years manufacturing and/or military experiencePrefer 2 years of recent steady employmentDemonstrated success in an advanced work systemDemonstrated computer functionalityCompetency with Microsoft Office SoftwareAbout Global Cellulose Fibers (GCF):Our GCF business helps customers transform renewable cellulose fibers into essential everyday products. Our safe high-quality pulp forms the basis for a wide range of applications like towel and tissue products diapers feminine care incontinence and other personal care products that promote health and addition our specialty pulp serves as a sustainable raw material used in construction materials paints coatings and more. GCF generated $2.8B in revenue in 2024 and has 3300 employees globally with nine manufacturing facilities and eight regional offices. Additional information can be found by visiting GCF:Global Cellulose Fibers 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 Got You Covered:At Global Cellulose Fibers our employees are our most important asset and thats reflected in our benefits package that includes health welfare and retirement plans. We are proud to offer a variety of benefits to support our employees and their families including:Medical Dental Life insuranceFlexible Spending AccountsShort-term and Long-term Disability401(k) and Company-funded retirement contributionsPaid Time OffPhysical Location of Position: Columbus Cellulose Fibers 4335 Carson RoadColumbus MS 39701Global Cellulose Fibers 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. Global Cellulose Fibers 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 or .