Lead Packaging Machine Operator – QC & Setup Pro

Packaging Corporation of America; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401k with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life, AD&D and disability coverages

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking a manufacturing operator to perform a variety of tasks using production equipment and to lead machine crew during setups and changeovers. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient workflow across shifts.

Starting at $18.00 per hour, the position offers opportunities for overtime, weekend work, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of PCA’s commitment to employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong safety background and good attendance.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Ability to work any shift, including overtime and weekends.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using Production Equipment to ensure steady workflow.
• Ensure a high quality product is coming off the machine.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure boxes have required dimensions and zero material defects.
• Lead machine crew with setups/change overs.
• Problem solve when issues with the machine arise.
• Complete necessary reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is seeking a manufacturing operator to perform a variety of tasks using production equipment and to lead machine crew during setups and changeovers. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient workflow across shifts.

Starting at $18.00 per hour, the position offers opportunities for overtime, weekend work, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of PCA’s commitment to employees.