Job description

Your Job Georgia-Pacific is seeking aspiring Safety professionals to join our Safety Entry Level Professional (ELP) program at our site in Sweetwater, TX. If you are excited to start a career in safety, this could be a great growth opportunity for you. Georgia-Pacific, a Koch company, is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose, and related chemicals. The company employs more than 30,000 people at approximately 300 locations in North and South America. Georgia-Pacific creates long-term value by using resources efficiently to provide innovative products and solutions that meet the needs of customers and society, while operating in a manner that is environmentally and socially responsible and economically sound. Our Team We believe that everyone should be an entrepreneur no matter what role they are in. As an ELP hire, there are countless opportunities for you to be challenged, have your voice heard, and gain real experience within our companies. Sound exciting? Do you want to be a part of meaningful work? Kickstart your career with us by applying today! Our opportunities for Safety Associates are in-person! What You Will Do * Complete an unprecedented skill-building opportunity which prepares its participants for a career in safety and health at GP. * Receive hands-on training and practical application of safety and health practices at GP, along with exposure to business and manufacturing processes. * Launch your career with an orientation to our company, to safety and health, and to the GP Safety Center of Excellence. * Be assigned to a manufacturing location for 6-12 months and become an integral part of the facility team while working with an experienced mentor. * May be offered an opportunity to gain exposure to subject matter experts as well as key leaders in our manufacturing facilities located across the country. * Understand, develop, apply, and coach employees on our culture of [1] Principle Based Management®. * Upon successful completion of the ELP Program, participants may move into a full-time position and continue their career as a safety and health professional. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * Enrolled in an Occupational Safety and Health or Engineering degree program. * Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. *Experience utilizing data sets to identify and evaluate trends *Open to relocation for future growth opportunities What Will Put You Ahead * Previous intern, co-op or work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment in either occupational or process safety * Ability to relocate per program requirements. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here . Who We Are As a Koch company and a leading manufacturer of bath tissue, paper towels, paper-based packaging, cellulose, specialty fibers, building products and much more, Georgia-Pacific works to meet evolving needs of customers worldwide with quality products. In addition to the products we make, we operate one of the largest recycling businesses. Our more than 30,000 employees in over 150 locations are empowered to innovate every day – to make everyday products even better. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Koch-company full-time interns/co-ops are eligible for a comprehensive medical plan that comes with prescription drug coverage and expert resources including second opinions and surgery support as well as weight and diabetes management. We focus on making healthcare resources available through advanced apps, from the comfort of home. With enrollment in the medical plan, you have access to a tax-free savings opportunity for healthcare expenses (Health Savings Account). You and all members of your household are automatically enrolled in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for professional mental health counseling, financial and legal consultations and concierge-level support for work-life balance like helping finding child, elder or pet care - at no cost to you. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: kochcareers.com

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Complete an unprecedented skill-building opportunity which prepares its participants for a career in safety and health at GP.
Receive hands-on training and practical application of safety and health practices at GP, along with exposure to business and manufacturing processes.
Launch your career with an orientation to our company, to safety and health, and to the GP Safety Center of Excellence.
Be assigned to a manufacturing location for 6-12 months and become an integral part of the facility team while working with an experienced mentor.
May be offered an opportunity to gain exposure to subject matter experts as well as key leaders in our manufacturing facilities located across the country.
Understand, develop, apply, and coach employees on our culture of [1] Principle Based Management®.
Upon successful completion of the ELP Program, participants may move into a full-time position and continue their career as a safety and health professional.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Enrolled in an Occupational Safety and Health or Engineering degree program.
Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
Experience utilizing data sets to identify and evaluate trends
Open to relocation for future growth opportunities
What Will Put You Ahead
Previous intern, co-op or work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment in either occupational or process safety
Ability to relocate per program requirements.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

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