• Operating Technician

    Sylvamo (Eastover, SC)


    At Sylvamo, we’re a team on a mission. Joining us, you’ll be helping to sustain forests and renew ecosystems, while delivering on the promise of paper to educate, communicate and entertain the world.

     

    Come grow with us!

     

    Operating Technician – January 2026 Class

     

    Sylvamo, a major pulp and paper producer, is seeking its next generation of top operators for the Eastover, SC Mill. We are looking for dependable women and men with excellent problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills to fill our challenging positions. Sylvamo offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health care, life insurance, disability income, gainsharing, holidays, vacation, 401k and retiree savings.

    MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    • At least 18 years of age.

    • Eligible for employment in the U.S.

    • High school diploma or GED.

    Must be willing to:

    • Undergo a drug screen for illicit use of drugs as a condition of employment and submit to periodic drug screens.

    • Work any shift and/or a rotating shift schedule.

    • Work overtime on a regular basis and with last minute notification.

    • Work holidays and/or weekends on a regular basis

    • Wear required safety equipment.

    • Operate or work in industrial conditions (may be warm/hot, dusty/dirty, around hazardous chemicals, noise, heavy machinery, or elevated working surfaces) with proper safety training and safety protection.

    PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

    • Relevant work experience such as:

    o Power generation/boiler operator

    o Wastewater operator

    o Chemical processing

    o Emergency response

    o Warehouse/inventory system and forklift/clamp truck

    o Lean Manufacturing Tools/5S

     

    Starting annual pay is lower $50k’s with opportunity to progress to the mid $50k’s in the first year. On average, Operating Technicians progress to the $80k’s over their career with many reaching $90k’s and beyond.

     

    Some areas require emergency response brigade membership.

     

    Sylvamo partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Sylvamo is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off and paid holidays per year.

     

    The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

     

    Sylvamo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Job Details

    Pay Type** **Hourly