Corrugated Press Assistant Operator

Vail Industries; Navarre (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vail Industries in Navarre, OH is seeking a Corrugated Press Assistant Operator to join our production team. You will assist with setup and operation of corrugated presses and related equipment, ensuring quality from start to finish and supporting fast changeovers to keep schedules on track.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical troubleshooting, attention to measurements, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and occasional overtime are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Background in packaging or press/converting operations.
• Strong shop math and accurate tape-measure reading.
• Reliable attendance with a history of long-term employment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and meet all physical requirements.
• Basic computer skills for production inputs and checks.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and running production equipment, including corrugated presses, gluing and folding machines, strappers, band saws, and a slitter.
• Uphold quality specifications for packaging materials from first piece to final pack-out.
• Support rapid, accurate changeovers to keep schedules on track.
• Work closely with teammates to improve processes and throughput.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and resolve them quickly to minimize downtime.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Packaging/press ops

Shop math & tape measure

Reliability/attendance

Fast-paced environment

Lift up to 50 lbs

Computer basics

Overtime willingness

Tools

Corrugated Press

Gluing/Folding Equipment

Strapping Machines

Band Saws

Slitter

Measurement Gauges

Job description

Corrugated Press Assistant Operator — Navarre, OH 44662

Picture your morning starting at 6:00 AM. You walk the line, verify measurements, stage materials, and help dial in machine setups so production launches on time. Throughout the shift you keep a sharp eye on product quality, respond quickly to equipment hiccups, and partner with operators to keep orders moving. By 2:30 PM, you’ve helped deliver a smooth, efficient run.

What you’ll do

• Assist with setting up and running production equipment, including corrugated presses, gluing and folding machines, strappers, band saws, and a slitter.
• Uphold quality specifications for packaging materials from first piece to final pack-out.
• Support rapid, accurate changeovers to keep schedules on track.
• Work closely with teammates to improve processes and throughput.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and resolve them quickly to minimize downtime.

Tools and technology you’ll work with

• Corrugated Press
• Gluing/Folding Equipment
• Strapping Machines
• Band Saws
• Slitter
• Measurement Gauges

What you bring

• Hands-on mechanical troubleshooting ability.
• Background in packaging or press/converting operations.
• Strong shop math and accurate tape-measure reading.
• Reliable attendance with a history of long-term employment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and meet all physical requirements.
• Basic computer skills for production inputs and checks.
• Willingness to work occasional overtime as needed.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM, with occasional overtime.