GENERAL LABORER

Packaging Corporation of America; New Oxford (Adams County); On-site; USD 35,542 - 37,222; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus based on performance

Paid vacations and holidays

Full benefits package

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is seeking dedicated individuals to support manufacturing operations in New Oxford, United States. Responsibilities include increasing productivity, assisting in plant operations, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, a passion for safety, and be authorized to work in the U.S.

The position offers starting pay of $25.80 – $27.02 per hour, with additional benefits including paid vacation, 401(k) matching, and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Increase productivity and decrease downtime in manufacturing.
• Assist in overall plant operations.
• Follow safety rules and maintenance procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Graduate 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 an active role in overall plant and facilities‑related work and assist 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.
• 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.
• Understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Willingness to work closely on a day‑to‑day basis with other production personnel.
• Ability to share ideas with others to solve essential problems.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Thrives in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Works 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.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary: $25.80 – $27.02 per hour.
• Bonus: annual, based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
• Paid vacation: 2 weeks per anniversary year.
• Paid holidays: 11 paid holidays.
• Full benefit package.
• 401(k) with company match.
• 10 days vacation after 90 days of employment.
• Other benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage beginning within 30 days.

Equal Opportunity Employer. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.