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Key skills for this role
Primary direction-giver on shift; receives all quality observations, count variances, stacker faults, and order completion status
Upstream quality issues (warp, delamination, moisture banding) often first visible at the stacker — feedback flows back through CR Operator
Coordinates paper roll staging assistance when workload allows
Reports to superintendent on equipment and quality concerns when CR Operator escalates or superintendent is on floor
Completed stacks staged and labeled for converting pickup; any order discrepancies must be resolved before handoff
Coordinates board removal from staging area; communicates when stacks are ready for transport
Qualifications and Skills/Education and Experience
Required
High school diploma or GED
Ability to perform sustained physical work in a hot, loud, fast-paced production environment
Strong attention to detail; ability to inspect board quality at production line speed
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Ability to read work orders, run cards, and order labels accurately
Reliable team communication; comfortable escalating quality and equipment issues in real time
Ability to operate safely around moving equipment and high-speed machinery
Preferred
Prior experience in a corrugated, paper, or converting manufacturing environment
Familiarity with corrugated board grades, flute types, and basic quality characteristics
Powered industrial truck (forklift) certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
Experience operating or monitoring automated stacking or layboy equipment
Bilingual in Mandarin/English a plus
Physical Requirements
Requirement
Frequency
Standing and walking on concrete for full shift
Continuously
Lifting and repositioning board stacks (up to 50 lbs)
Frequently
Bending, reaching, and stooping at stacker discharge
Pushing / pulling loaded transfer cars or pallet jacks
Working in high-heat, high-noise corrugator environment
Operating forklift or reach truck (if licensed)
Occasionally
Rapid response to stacker jams or line speed changes
Success Profile/Career Development
The Stacker / Dry End Operator role is the entry point into the corrugator crew and the starting position for operators building toward full corrugator qualification. The development path from this role is:
Double Backer Operator — first step into wet end operation; learn board bonding, temperature management, and glue systems
Single Facer Operator — wet end advancement; master flute formation, flying splices, and corrugating roll management
CR Operator — senior operator role with full line control, crew leadership, and quality ownership
Corrugator Superintendent — plant leadership role overseeing the full corrugator operation and crew
Cross-training in forklift operation and material handling also creates pathways into warehouse, logistics, and converting support roles within the plant.
Working Conditions
Plant Site
Attributes for Success
Hard work – tackle each task with determination, passion and creativity; the willingness to put in whatever effort is required to successfully complete the job at hand.
Pursuit of Excellence – strive to consistently exceed expectations in our day-to-day work and outperform our competitors in the marketplace, regarding work and company achievements as a collaborative goal with the desire to go above and beyond.
Integrity - treat the company and teammates with upmost respect, operating on strong moral codes to drive company values and culture.
Sense of Urgency – drive forward each day with speed, agility, and flexibility to capture unrealized opportunities and avoid potential risks for the business.
Entrepreneurial Spirit – act like an owner, challenging the status quo, asking the right questions, and actively seeking ways to innovate and improve.
Adaptability – be fluid with ND Paper’s continuous evolution while driving change in a fast-paced environment, equipped with the ability to acclimate quickly.
Servant Leadership – set an example by implementing meaningful leadership with heart, empathy, foresight and stewardship.
ND Paper Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, hospital indemnity, and critical illness for you and your family.
Financial protection benefits, including life insurance, disability insurance, and business travel accident insurance.
Tax advantaged accounts such as Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation days to support work-life balance.
A 401K retirement plan with a company match and annual fixed contribution
Wellness programs with incentives and an on-site clinic available at our Rumford and Biron location.
Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and paid time off. Discover more about our benefits and how we support our team by visiting 2025 Benefits . Come be a part of our team and grow with us!
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Please submit your resume, and salary requirements to https://us.ndpaper.com/careers
No unsolicited resumes - ND Paper does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume you submit to us will immediately become the property of ND Paper. If you would like to become a recruiter for ND Paper, please contact us and we will agree in writing to terms and the specific job roles for which you are authorized to recruit
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