Machine Assistant Operator (DC) - 3rd Shift

Packing Corp of America; Salunga-Landisville (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Machine Assistant Operator for the 3rd shift. This role involves supporting manufacturing operations, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring quality checks. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical skills and a passion for a safe work environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help drive productivity and operational excellence. With a competitive hourly pay and excellent benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Safety Shoes Allowance

Prescription Safety Eyewear Allowance

11 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in manufacturing operations to increase productivity and reduce downtime.
• Set-up and operate machines according to customer specifications.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BPMS Software

Job description

Machine Assistant Operator (DC) - 3rd Shift

Salunga-Landisville, PA, USA

Req #21939

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

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.

People • Customers • Trust

3RD SHIFT (11PM-7AM)

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Rate = $25.39 per hour, plus shift differential for 3rd

• Excellent benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision)

• 11 paid holidays

• Company-paid life insurance

• 401k plan with company match

• Company provides safety shoes and prescription safety eyewear allowances

Principle Accountabilities:

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 facilities-related work.

Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lockout tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and equipment per 5S standards.

May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours.

Set-up and operate machine to produce product according to customer specifications.

Troubleshoot, perform minor repair, and preventative maintenance procedures on machine.

Trains Helper, as required.

Perform quality checks as required and take appropriate action when needed.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned or delegated.

Comfortable with computers and touch screens.

Cross-train on other machines and jobs.

Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data.

Input maintenance work orders into BPMS software. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.

Switch duties with Assistant Operator or Helper if necessary.

Comply with the facility’s food packaging safety program processes and procedures.

Complete annual food packaging safety training.

Report any discovered food packaging safety risks/concerns to the food packaging safety management representative or direct supervisor.

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to: Safety, GMP, FSSC, ISO, and maintaining good housekeeping.

Adhere to production schedule and make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Report any unusual scheduling issues to supervisor.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Strong mechanical aptitude and possess problem-solving skills.

Able to pass pre-employment background check and drug test.

Must be able to sit, stoop, and bend.

Ability to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Excellent communication skills.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Allqualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

Other details

+ Pay Type Hourly

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+ Salunga-Landisville, PA, USA