Machine Assistant 1st Shift (Taper Gluer)

About the role

As part of the corrugated packaging business at Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), this position assists with machine set-up and quality monitoring, while also participating in training and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Absorb and execute instructions from factory cards and operators.
• Maintain equipment by assisting in its operation and making recommendations for improvements.
• Complete reports such as Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise, and Quality Data.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Work proactively to maintain equipment and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Switch duties with other crew members as required, including operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing.
• Communicate quality-related issues to operators and helpers.
• Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing.
• Train helper(s) with job duties on the machine.
• Adhere to production schedule and make recommendations to optimize it for cost, quality, and service goals.
• Report any unusual scheduling issues to supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• Lifting up to 45 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
• Experience in folding/gluing machine work.
• Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of safety protocols and adherence to company policies.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Benefits

Starting salary for the position: $19.90 per hour. Annual bonus based upon achievement of plant performance metrics. Paid vacation: 2 weeks per calendar year. Paid holidays. Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan, which offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.