GENERAL LABORER~S03015~5204

Packaging Corporation of America; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America is looking for a dedicated team member to support manufacturing operations. The candidate must have at least a High School diploma or GED and will actively participate in various tasks on the plant floor while adhering to safety protocols. The position requires good communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work overtime or weekends when necessary. Experience in manufacturing is preferred. Join us to thrive in a dynamic environment and help increase productivity while reducing downtime.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends.
• Must have a good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team in a manufacturing operation.
• Assume active role in overall plant work.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain shop and shop equipment.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

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 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 third 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.