General Labor Marshalltown

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging-Corporation-of-America is seeking a manufacturing associate to support plant operations on the floor, focusing on increasing productivity and reducing downtime and waste. The role requires collaboration with a cross-functional team, strict adherence to safety rules including lock-out/tag-out, and maintenance of 5S standards.

The position may involve working first or second shift, overtime, and weekends, with a strong attendance record and eligibility to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.
• Able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Willing to work first and second shift.
• Good attendance is essential.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team to support manufacturing operations, aiming to increase productivity and reduce downtime and waste.
• Assist all jobs on the plant floor as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and equipment per 5S Standards.
• May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs for up to 12 hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Safety focus

Communication

Problem solving

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours.

BASIC 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 and second shift.

Must have a good attendance record.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment is preferred.

Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.