Packaging Specialist (35) - 3rd Shift

About the role

The Packaging Specialist position reports through the Lawrence Production Center and may be assigned to multiple departments based on business need. Individuals in these departments perform a variety of hand‑oriented duties. The role is full‑time, working Sunday night through Friday morning, 11:30 pm – 7:30 am, and is located in Lawrence, Kansas. The incumbent will assist with cross‑training between departments, make‑readies, inspections, and maintaining production standards while following safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Unload product (cards, packages, etc.) from conveyors, tables, etc. and place on skids, in stock boxes, on fixtures or cartons.
• Pull and grip cards from large sheets or single levels.
• Scrap material from large sheets or one‑up cards.
• Feed batch heads or operate manual equipment.
• Assist in production of envelopes by tending the press, feeding envelope blanks and boxing completed envelopes.
• Set up and operate label machines to provide a variety of printed labels.
• Assist with make‑ready, check production quality, perform preventive maintenance, and handle required paperwork.
• Report production‑related information and clean equipment and work area.
• Assemble and pack various display units.
• Read and follow store floor plans and merchandising instructions.
• Participate positively in performance dialogues and team problem‑solving activities to influence department goals.
• Assist with make‑readies and inspect cards.
• Assist the operator with maintaining specified production (throughput, OEE, etc.) by placing cards/stock onto flat skids or in carton boxes, or packing wholesale units into cartons.
• Feed envelope blanks, pack envelopes into cartons, stack cartons on a pallet, and maintain specified production.
• Execute the Quality System including preflight, checking products for accuracy, following a sampling plan, and removing salvage/spoilage using approved methods.
• Utilize good safety practices.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing up to 30 lbs frequently and 60 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand and walk approximately 95% of the time.
• Ability to reach, twist, bend, use repetitive hand/wrist motion and perform fine motor skills approximately 95% of the time.
• Ability to frequently work at or above shoulder level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Good math, written and oral communication skills.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Good planning and organization skills to set up area.
• Ability to understand and follow established safety procedures.
• Ability to accept other duties as assigned.
• Ability to learn quickly and retain knowledge.
• Ability to work in a team environment and positively contribute during problem‑solving meetings.

Schedule

Full‑time schedule: Sunday night – Friday morning, 11:30 pm – 7:30 am.

Additional Details

Work overtime as required during peak seasons. This is a climate‑controlled manufacturing environment with normal physical injury hazard. There is some noise and hearing protection is required by Hallmark. This position is located in Lawrence, Kansas. Relocation is not provided.