First-Shift General Labor: Manufacturing & Teamwork

Packaging Corporation of America

Columbus (IN)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation
Paid holidays
401k with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is hiring a first-shift team member at our Columbus, IN facility to support a manufacturing operation and improve productivity. You will help reduce downtime, maintain safety, and uphold 5S standards on the plant floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to work overtime, and dependable attendance. PCA offers competitive pay and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or GED.
  • Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Must be willing to work the first shift.
  • Must have a good attendance record.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Experience in packaging or manufacturing is a plus.
  • Temperatures and workloads may vary; adapt accordingly.

Responsibilities

  • Support a manufacturing operation to increase productivity and reduce downtime and waste.
  • Assist all plant floor jobs as part of a team.
  • Follow safety rules and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Maintain shop and equipment per 5S standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • May stack parts up to 30 lbs for up to 12 hours.

Skills

Safety awareness
Communication skills
Verbal communication
Team collaboration
Downtime reduction
Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is hiring a first-shift team member at our Columbus, IN facility to support a manufacturing operation and improve productivity. You will help reduce downtime, maintain safety, and uphold 5S standards on the plant floor.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to work overtime, and dependable attendance. PCA offers competitive pay and a robust benefits package.

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