General Laborer

Davita Inc.; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging industry seeks dedicated team members for support roles in its manufacturing operations. Successful candidates will assist in various tasks aimed at increasing productivity and maintaining a safe work environment. Applicants should be willing to work different shifts and demonstrate strong attendance. Ideal for those looking to start their career in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.
• Ability to work shifts, including overtime and weekends.
• Must have a good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in increasing productivity and reducing downtime.
• Maintain equipment according to 5S Standards.
• Follow safety rules and assist with plant tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

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.

Ability to work any shift, including 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.

Able to pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

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.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

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

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

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

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