International Paper Adds 68 Jobs Nationwide

International Paper released a hiring update dated October 23, 2026, showing 68 new job openings across the United States and one site in Mexico. The postings span a broad range of manufacturing and supply chain functions, including operator and maintenance roles, engineering positions, and supervisory leadership. Locations listed include Tampa, Selma, Richmond, Yuma, Griffin, Aurora, and several others, reflecting ongoing production and maintenance needs. Examples of roles named in the update include Baler Operator in the United States, Senior Facility Buyer in Pine Hill, AL, and Production Worker/Cassette Operator in Salem, OR.

The update shows a net decrease of 11 positions, with 79 postings removed alongside the 68 additions. The mix includes first, second, and third shift roles as well as leadership and engineering postings, indicating continued investment in core manufacturing and maintenance while adjusting staffing to evolving needs. This pattern suggests IP is balancing expansion in critical areas with optimization across sites, focusing on production continuity, maintenance reliability, and supply chain support.