Entry Level Machine Assistant

Manpower, Inc.; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking an Entry Level Machine Assistant in Appleton, Wisconsin to support production across Converting, Rewinding, or Coating departments. You will begin in a training track and progressively learn multiple roles before advancing to a main operator position.

This entry-level opportunity emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and reliability, with a night shift from 8pm to 6am and structured on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift/move finished goods.
• In a fast-paced production environment, prioritize quality and safety.
• Willingness to follow training instructions for assigned machine support tasks.
• Basic readiness to operate material handling equipment safely (training provided).
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented attitude to support production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Support production in Converting, Rewinding, or Coating departments and learn critical support roles.
• Get trained in one primary support position and build toward learning multiple roles before advancing into a main operator position.
• As a Roll Tender (training track), prepare and stage rolls for mounting on sheeters, rewinders, or coating presses.
• As a Packaging Operator (training track), wrap and prepare finished products and assist with packaging equipment.
• Use pallet jacks or forklifts to transport products safely as part of daily production support.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Material handling awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack handling

Job description

Our client, Manufacturing is seeking a Entry Level Machine Assistant to join their team. As a Entry Level Machine Assistant, you will be part of the Converting, Rewinding, or Coating departments supporting production teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, a safety-first mindset, and the willingness to learn hands-on skills that help keep machine operations running efficiently.

Job Title: Entry Level Machine Assistant

Location: Appleton, WI

Shift: 8pm-6am

What's the Job?

• Support manufacturing operations within the Converting, Rewinding, or Coating departments by assisting production teams and learning critical support roles.
• Get trained in one primary support position and build toward learning multiple roles before advancing into a main operator position.
• As a Roll Tender (training track), prepare and stage rolls to be mounted on sheeters, rewinders, or coating presses.
• As a Packaging Operator (training track), wrap and prepare finished paper products including rolls, sheets, or boxed paper, and assist with wrapping equipment such as case packers, balers, or shrink tunnels.
• Use material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts to transport products safely and efficiently as part of daily production support.

What's Needed?

• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment and staying focused on quality and safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent bending, lifting, and moving of finished goods.
• Willingness to learn and follow training instructions for assigned machine support tasks.
• Basic readiness to work with material handling equipment (training and safe operation expectations apply).
• Reliable attendance and a team-oriented attitude to support production schedules.

What's in it for me?

• Hands-on manufacturing experience with structured training in essential support positions.
• A clear path to expand your skills by learning multiple roles before moving into a main operator position.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to efficient machine operation and daily production success.
• Experience working alongside production teams in a collaborative, operational setting.
• Motivation to grow your capabilities in a role that values learning, consistency, and safe work habits.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.