McKinley Paper is committed to a sustainable business model to produce paper without cutting down trees, while co-generating green energy with steam from our operations and recycle water from our industrial processes. McKinley Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplace.  We want you to be part of a diverse and unique team that is learning and growing in a market that continues to challenge the status quo.

The General Laborer is a critical role in the Paper Mill.  The General Laborer could be assigned to clean-up functions such as blowing down the machine, wiping off shafts, cleaning systems, vacuuming and sweeping the machine area, as well as picking up and shredding scrap.  The General Laborer continues to learn and grow while being taught the fundamentals of the machines and paper making process.

• Actively participate in all safety programs
• Learn machine(s) functions and effectively assist operator and/or assistant in all their duties
• Counting and stacking finished product
• Reading orders
• Accurately reading gauges and other test equipment
• Utilizing basic shop math, inspecting

The Genera Laborer  will have an opportunity to work as needed in various departments.  After completion of sixty days (60) probationary period Labor pool employees can bid on vacancies in the following areas if open: Note: Gain department seniority as union positions.

1. Paper Machine
2. Stock Prep
3. Shipping
4. Purchasing

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to work with direction from Supervisors, Senior Operators and Management Team.
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• Awareness of and commitment to personal safety.
• Multi-tasking ability.
• Pass a drug screen, includes marijuana, background check and physical fitness assessment.
• Will be expected to drive a forklift, training provided.
• Regular attendance, reliability and stability.

[EDUCATIONAL  & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS]{.underline}

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent 
• Experience as a helper or labor in industrial, construction or maintenance field.  Examples include but not limited too: landscaping, roofing, mining, cement mixing, logging, cleaning tools or equipment.

[WORKING CONDITIONS]{.underline}

• Exposure to outdoor elements.  Exposure to high humidity and heat indoors.
• Exposure to loud environments.  
• Wear personal protective equipment as required and directed.
• Shifts are work 12-hour shifts starting at 7 AM or 7 PM.  Schedule is 2 days on, 2 nights on, 4 days off.  

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Health care plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
• Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family
• Company paid Short-Term disability Insurance
• Company paid Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance

Other benefits offered:

• Vacation -- may be earned after 1 year of service.  Regulated by CBA.
• Floating Holiday -- One floating holiday will be awarded after 180 days of employment and then each June 1^st^ following. 

• 401k - This is an employee contribution-based plan with the company up to 3.6% of your contributions. You will be eligible to participate in the 401k immediately.  Company match begins the first day of the month following your 1-year anniversary.

   

*McKinley Paper | BioPappel, *provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orien