General Laborer 2026

PaperWorks US; Wabash (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

PaperWorks seeks a production operator to safely run and monitor paperboard production lines, perform quality checks, and set up materials. The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, adherence to safety protocols, and willingness to work rotating day and night shifts.

Responsibilities include equipment setup, adjusting speeds and feeds, cleaning work areas, preparing materials, and reporting daily production. Drug screen and background check are required, with potential for advancement within the

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing processes and operate complex machinery.
• Desire to advance within the company.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine according to product specifications.
• Adjust equipment to set speeds and feed rates.
• Clean and maintain equipment & work area.
• Prepare material for each scheduled job.
• Assist other operators to resolve production issues.
• Execute all machine schedules.
• Report daily production results.
• Stock finished product as needed.
• Work swing/rotating shifts – days and nights.

Skills

Safety-minded

Fast-paced

Learns manufacturing

Machinery operation

Career growth

Job description

Overview

PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards.

We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the environment, and the overall company. As part of our culture journey to be recognized as a Great Place to Work©, we continue to invest heavily in ourpeople, our companycultureand instate-of-the-art technologyto be at the forefront of innovation and market differentiation. PaperWorks’ products are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.

Summary

Primary duties include safely performing a wide range of tasks that include paperboard finished products, conducting quality checks, material set-up, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Setting up machine according to product specifications
• Adjusting equipment using tools to set speeds and feed rates
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment & work area
• Preparing material for each schedule job
• Assisting other operators to resolve production issues
• Executing all machine schedules
• Reporting daily production
• Stocking finish product as needed
• Swing Shifts/Rotating shifts - Must be able to work all shifts- Days & Nights

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to working safe, demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, a strong desire to learn manufacturing processes and operating complex machinery and have a desire to advance within the company
• Must pass drug screen
• Must pass background check
• Can lift 50 lbs.
• Must be at least 18+ years old