Machine Assistant - 3rd Shift

Opus-Packaging; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Production bonus

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Safety bonus

Shoe reimbursement

401(k)

Job summary

Opus Packaging in Jackson, MI is seeking a 1st Shift Machine Assistant to support production of corrugated packaging and operate equipment in a fast-paced plant environment.

This full-time role offers a night shift from 7:30pm to 5:30am, Monday through Thursday, with competitive benefits, bonuses, and growth opportunities. Candidates should be 18+, have a high school diploma, and be able to read safety rules and use measurement tools.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Bend, reach, stoop, squat and stand for 8 hours.
• Understand machine set-up and runs; assist with data entry and handwork.
• Lift 10–50 pounds as needed.
• Assist with production tasks and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Basic math

Reading skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measures

Micrometers

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Jackson, MI, US

7:30pm - 5:30am M-Th

Opus Packaging is a premier packaging company and supplier of corrugated products. Our philosophy and values are the backbone of Opus, but it's our employees who bring them to life. We know that the most important component of a thriving business is a thriving team.

We are currently searching for 1st Shift Machine Assistant for our Jackson, MI location. As a Machine Assistant you can expect to produce corrugated or chip packaging products for our customers in coherence with promoting the corporate vision, mission statement, and core values.

Opus Packaging is pleased to provide a competitive medical, vision, dental insurance package along with company paid life insurance for you and your family. We also offer PTO, opportunity for monthly bonus, safety bonus program and safety shoe reimbursement.

What you need to be successful at Opus Packaging:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedural documents.

It'd be great if you also have:

• Previous experience in warehouse or packaging environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to properly use and understand the required measurement equipment including tape measures, micrometers, and other tools as required by specific jobs.

During a normal workday you can expect to:

• Bend, reach, stoop, squat and stand for 8 hours.
• Have good hand - eye coordination.
• Occasional lifting of 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 10-20 pounds.
• Understand machine set-up, machine runs, plant data entry, handwork, or assembly assignments.

• Life insurance
• Monthly Production Bonus Opportunity
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Safety Program Bonus
• Safety shoe reimbursement
• 401(k) w/ Employer Contribution

As part of the Opus team, you'll never be treated like just a number. We're a family and we are honored by everyone who chooses to join us. In addition to delivering the best possible products to our customers, we strive to create the best possible work environment for our team. At Opus we invest in each other and in our communities.