1st & 3rd Shift General Laborers

Menasha Corporation; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Menasha Corporation in Hartford, CT is seeking motivated individuals for General Labor & Machine Assistant roles. No prior manufacturing experience is required; paid training is provided.

You will support production operations, assist machine operators, and help produce high-quality corrugated packaging in a fast-paced environment. Shift options include Day, Night, and a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, with starting training pay of $24.52/hour and a qualified rate of $25.58/hour.

Qualifications

• No prior manufacturing experience required; paid training provided.
• Forklift certification opportunities may be available.
• Willingness to learn across multiple production areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist with machine setup and material handling.
• Remove, stack, and organize corrugated sheets.
• Feed materials into automated production machinery.
• Band, label, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Support multiple departments such as Corrugator, Die Cut, and Joining.
• Operate equipment including unitizers, balers, and downstackers.
• Inspect products for quality and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow safety policies and work instructions.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Basic math

Reading tape measure

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

The General Laborer supports manufacturing operations by assisting with machine setup, material handling, and production across multiple departments. This role involves feeding materials into equipment, stacking finished products, and preparing items for shipment while ensuring quality standards are met. Employees are cross-trained in various areas and may operate equipment such as balers, unitizers, or downstackers. The position requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a strong commitment to safety in a fast-paced environment.

Pay & Schedule

Starting Pay During Training: $24.52/hour
Qualified Rate: $25.58/hour

Shift Options Available:

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Night Shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule

Position Summary

We’re looking for motivated individuals to join our manufacturing team as General Labor & Machine Assistants. No previous experience is required. We provide paid training and offer opportunities for advancement, including forklift certification. In this role, you will support production operations, assist machine operators, and help produce high-quality corrugated packaging products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist machine operators with machine setup and material handling.
• Remove, stack, and organize corrugated sheets from production equipment.
• Feed materials into automated production machinery.
• Band, label, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Support operations in departments such as Corrugator, Die Cut, and Joining.
• Operate equipment including unitizers, balers, and downstackers.
• Inspect products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Complete production paperwork and load ticket documentation.
• Assist with material movement and general production support.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education & Experience

• No prior manufacturing experience required.
• Paid training provided.
• Forklift certification opportunities available.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work safely in a safety-sensitive environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and rotating schedules as needed.
• Willingness to learn and work in multiple production areas.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, twist, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow.

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.