Entry-Level Production Technician — 2nd/3rd Shift

Hallmark Cards; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is hiring for a Production Support Specialist to keep multiple manufacturing areas running smoothly. This entry-level role covers a wide range of tasks across shifts 2 and 3, Monday through Friday. Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus shift differential.

The position emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and teamwork, with structured training and opportunities for skill development and long-term career growth within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing 20 – 50 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Experience running production equipment.
• Basic math, written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supply production lines with stock and materials; jog, stack, assemble, label, and pack product into cartons; move boxes to skids.
• Perform make-ready procedures, operate equipment, adjust settings, troubleshoot malfunctions, and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Assist press operators with make-readies, clean-ups, and adhesive mixing.
• Operate equipment such as sealing, accumulating, punching, scrapping/extracting, and shrink wrapping machines.
• Order and transport stock/components using hand or powered equipment; handle hazardous materials per regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and adhere to quality standards, correcting defects as needed.
• Complete required SAP entries for production, scrap, and shipping documents.
• Participate in team problem-solving, performance dialogues, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Communicate effectively with the next shift to ensure consistent operations.

Skills

Lift 20-50 lbs

Stand or walk constantly

Overtime readiness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is hiring for a Production Support Specialist to keep multiple manufacturing areas running smoothly. This entry-level role covers a wide range of tasks across shifts 2 and 3, Monday through Friday. Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus shift differential.

The position emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and teamwork, with structured training and opportunities for skill development and long-term career growth within manufacturing.