Essential Functions:
 

• Conduct physical testing on containerboard, corrugated board and corrugated containers.
• Conduct package distribution testing to determine effects of shipping and handling on customers’ products.
• Analyze and report results of tests to assist internal and external customers with quality related issues.
• Perform projects that support the company’s operational objectives.
• Communicate well via oral and written communications with internal and external customers.
• Perform daily activities in compliance with documented safety requirements.

 
Other Functions:
 

• Assist in maintenance of laboratory quality processes and equipment.
• Maintain work area in an orderly manner.
• Perform basic quality testing training for new employees and external customers.
• Shipping/receiving functions as required.
• Safe operation of powered industrial trucks.

 
Education / Training:
 

• College degree in a scientific discipline preferred, with special consideration to candidates with packaging degrees.
• Demonstrated experience in quality assurance at a paperboard or corrugated manufacturing facility may be considered in lieu of a degree.

 
Experience:
 

• One or more years experience at a corrugated plant or paper mill, or as a Lab Technician in a paperboard/packaging testing or design lab is preferred.

 
Other Qualifications:
 

• Demonstrated skills with Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint is essential.
• Practcal understanding of statistical analysis.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Problem solving skills.
• Working knowledge of TAPPI, ASTM, ISTA procedures is preferred.
• Physical ability to safely handle test materials weighing 50 lbs or more.
• Forklift driving skills desirable.

 
 
Key Competencies and Skills:
 

• Customer Focus
• Action Oriented
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Priority Setting
• Team Player

 
  
International Paper offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, disability, life and accident insurance, vacation as well as a 401(k) plan and retirement savings account.   Qualified candidates should express interest by applying online at http://www.internationalpaper.com.
 
 
  
International Paper is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Veterans.