Laminator Assistant Floater- 2nd Shift

Packaging Corporation of America; Oxford (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America in Oxford, PA is seeking a full-time machine operator for the plant floor. Responsibilities include operating the down stacker, performing quality checks, and communicating quality issues with the team to maximize efficiency.

Starting pay is $25.71 per hour, with bonus potential based on plant performance and full benefits after enrollment, including medical, dental, and 401(k) with company match, plus paid vacation and holidays. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to stand, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Willing to work overtime on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate down stacker section of the machine.
• Perform quality checks and report issues.
• Communicate with supervisor and crew about mechanical problems.
• Assist Laminator Operator and train on job duties.
• Maintain neat and safe work area and housekeeping.

Skills

Forklift license

Quality checks

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Tape measure

2-way radio headset

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.

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Principle Accountabilities

• Must be trained on and obtain a forklift license.
• Must perform quality checks and inform the Single Face Operator and Laminator Operator of any sheet quality issues.
• Responsible for set-up and operation of down stacker section of machine, troubleshooting mechanical issues as required.
• Lay mylar over label to determine die-cut lead edge and determine print registration tolerances.
• Work with crew to maximize efficiency of machine through communication of quality problems, including but not limited to order line-up, loose liner, warp, correct size, print, and flute.
• Communicate with supervisor and other crew members regarding mechanical problems.
• Train with and assist Laminator Operator with job duties.
• Required to perform duties of Operator during breaks, which will require setting up the feeder.
• Maintain neat, orderly area.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Adheres to all safety and work rules, company policies and procedures.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED
• Employee must be able to work on elevated surface, frequently climbing up and down stairs.
• Must be able to stand constantly, bend and reach with arms frequently.
• If machine is not equipped with pallet inserter, employee must frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• M ust be able to perform basic math functions, such as addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
• Must be able to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.
• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Must be able to communicate using a 2-way (noise filtering) radio headset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience in press/laminating department.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary for position: $25.71 per hour.
• Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
• Paid Vacation: 2 weeks per year.

• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer