Baler & Shredder Operator — Safe, Skilled & Growth

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with match

Life/AD&D/Disability insurance

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking candidates for a manufacturing helper at our New Oxford, PA facility. You will check waste tags, maintain a clean safety-focused workspace, and communicate with operators on baler and shredder performance, ensuring accurate documentation and quality control.

Starting salary is $25.16 per hour with annual bonus based on plant performance. PCA offers paid vacation, holidays, medical/dental/vision, life/AD&D, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Qualified to drive a lift truck.
• Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work any shift including overtime and weekends, as needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Check waste carts and loads for correct waste tag information with signatures.
• Help keep a clean work environment for safety reasons.
• Communicate with the Operator on Baler and Shredder performance, while exchanging information to the incoming Operator.
• Document any movement and perform a checklist of baler and shredder machines prior to start up.
• Communicate issues or restraints to the Supervisor.
• Weigh and spray paint all good dunnage for identification and complete documentation needed for accurate accounting.
• Complete the soak and pin test to get familiar with the quality processes of the corrugator.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Lift truck operation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking candidates for a manufacturing helper at our New Oxford, PA facility. You will check waste tags, maintain a clean safety-focused workspace, and communicate with operators on baler and shredder performance, ensuring accurate documentation and quality control.

Starting salary is $25.16 per hour with annual bonus based on plant performance. PCA offers paid vacation, holidays, medical/dental/vision, life/AD&D, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan