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· Production Positions

· Journey Level Electrician

 

How to apply

Benefits

 

HOW TO APPLY:

The Company corresponds with those who have responded to positions that are open and advertised. All correspondence must indicate the position applying for. Individuals interested in employment with Blue Heron Paper Company may use one of the following delivery systems when an opening is available. If an advertised opening requires a specific application process, it will be outlined in that opening announcement.

  • Apply in person at Blue Heron Paper Company’s Human Resources Department located at 427 Main Street, Oregon City, OR 97045
  • Register with the Oregon Employment Department, 506 High Street, Oregon City, OR, or any other employment office in Oregon, indicating an interest in a Blue Heron Paper Company job opening
  • Fax resume with cover letter to (503) 650-4537, Attention: Human Resources
  • Submit your resume with cover letter by Email

The Company administers general aptitude tests. Applicants must have ability to communicate fluently (read, write and speak) in English. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

 

BENEFITS:

Blue Heron Paper Company offers a competitive benefit package that includes:

On the first day of employment:

  • Defined Contribution Pension Plan
  • 401 (k) Savings Plan
  • 401 (k) Savings Plan "Catch-up" contributions
  • Profit Sharing, if available
  • Employee Assistance Program

The first month following date of employment:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescriptions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance

Additional benefits:

  • 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Vacation
  • Holidays
  • Direct Deposit
  • Credit Union
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • On-site 24 hour fitness facility for employees and spouses

 

POSITIONS OPEN:

Production Positions

We have open positions. For immediate consideration candidates must register for work at the State of Oregon Employment Department in Oregon City, Oregon, indicate an interest in Blue Heron Paper Company and reference job order 554672. Applications and resumes are not being accepted at the mill site at this time for entry level production positions.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent. Duties may include, but are not limited to: receive/warehouse finishing supplies, deliver finishing supplies to paper machine production areas, industrial cleanup, handle chemicals for machines, keep finishing supply inventories, participate in shutdowns, operate and fuel forklift and grab truck, operate computer and perform other tasks as assigned while following all mill safety procedures and wearing personal protective equipment. Must possess the ability to prioritize multiple requests for assistance. Requires ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds, frequently push/pull up to 100 pounds and work around moving machinery. Union wage starting at $13.50/hour increased to $16.675/hour after 60 days employment. Negotiated wage increases 5/9/08 and 11/9/08. 12-hour rotating shifts. Rotation schedule: two 12 hour day shifts and two 12 hour night shifts followed by 4 days off in a continuous operation. Shift times are 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Overtime and call-ins may be required.

Journey Level Shift Electrician

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school education, GED, or equivalent
  • Formal apprenticeship program, or equivalent required
  • Oregon State Limited Manufacturing Plant License, or better required
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to read, write and speak English

Resume must show the following minimum requirements:

  • Experience with PC's, PLC's, troubleshooting, AC/DC drives and motors, read and comprehend schematics and construction for an industrial process control strategy
  • Experience in installation and repair of electronic drives, motors and PLC's
  • Knowledge of safety practices in heavy industrial process manufacturing
  • Knowledge of industrial safety practices in a heavy industrial process manufacturing facility

Additional information:

  • Pulp and paper experience desirable, but not required
  • Shifts: M - F, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to start, after fully trained 12-hour compressed work week schedule
  • Shift work, overtime, call-in and weekend work required in a 24-hour operation
  • Union position
  • $22.62 to $27.63 per hour DOE
  • Shift differential: 45¢ swing, 80¢ graveyard, 87¢ 12-hour compressed schedule
  • Negotiated wage increase 5/9/08

 

 

Blue Heron Paper Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we urge women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities to apply.

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