General Labor

Green Bay Packaging; Chickasha (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging is hiring a General Laborer to perform a variety of plant duties, including stacking, feeding, and assisting machine operators. The role also covers cleaning, loading trucks, and reporting time and quality checks. Training will be provided, and supervision is readily available on site.

You will train across positions, support production, and have opportunities for wage advancement after qualification. Overtime is mandatory as required by production needs.

Qualifications

• No previous plant experience necessary.
• Typically requires less than one month to become fully competent on the job.
• Must pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds repetitively and up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for 8-10 hours per shift.
• Overtime is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Train to perform various positions, including stacking and feeding.
• Assist machine operators to keep orders running smoothly and provide coverage when operators are absent.
• Earn a higher wage once trained and qualified.
• Perform general duties such as off-bearing or catching and stacking from machines.
• Bundling, banding, sweeping and cleaning machines.
• Loading trucks and performing quality inspection.
• Report time and production on required sheets and notify supervisor of irregularities.

Skills

Lifting heavy objects

Reading shop orders

Endurance for long shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

The General Laborer performs a variety of plant duties, including direct production tasks like stacking, feeding, and assisting machine operators, as well as indirect tasks such as cleaning and loading trucks. This role supports production by filling in on machines when needed and ensuring accurate reporting and quality checks. Direct supervision is always available, and training is provided for all assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Train to perform various positions, including stacking and feeding
• Assist machine operators to keep orders running smoothly and provide coverage when operators are absent
• Earn a higher wage once trained and qualified
• Perform general duties such as:
• Off-bearing or catching and stacking from machines
• Bundling
• Acting as an extra feeder on machines
• Miscellaneous banding
• Sweeping and cleaning up machines
• Loading trucks
• Off-machine stripping
• On or off-machine quality inspecting
• Painting
• Fill in on any production machines for employees who are on vacation, sick, or otherwise absent
• Accurately report time and production on required sheets
• Report irregularities, maintenance needs, and quality issues to the Supervisor
• Perform data collection and chart recording related to quality processes
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications

• No previous plant experience necessary
• Typically requires less than one month to become fully competent on the job
• Must be able to correctly interpret shop orders
• Must pass a background check, drug screen, and pre-employment physical
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds repetitively and up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand for 8-10 hours per shift
• Overtime is mandatory

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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