Production - Appvion

Appvion, Inc.; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 79,775,000 - 90,346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Appvion, Inc. in Wisconsin (Appleton) is seeking candidates for 12-hour rotating shifts on the production floor. You will operate rewinders, coaters, and forklifts, follow safety procedures, and maintain an orderly work environment. Expect lifting up to 50 lbs and rotating day/night shifts every two weeks with every other weekend off.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1+ year in manufacturing, and forklift certification or experience. A non-climate-controlled setting (50–95°F) is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or machine operation.
• Forklift certification or experience preferred.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled setting (50–95°F).
• Flexibility to work in various departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment such as rewinders, coaters, and forklifts.
• Follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, and climbing.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Rotate between 12-hour day and night shifts every two weeks (including every other weekend).

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification or experience

Job description

• Advancement potential: Move into roles paying $27.86–$31.53/hr after probation
• Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (6am–6pm / 6pm–6am), every other weekend off

Your Impact

Help produce the paper that turns into the good stuff: tickets to the games or concerts you look forward to, pharmacy printouts you rely on, the shipping labels that keep deliveries moving, and the lottery or instant game cards everyone hopes will hit. The 12-hour rotating shift gives you long breaks, growth paths, and double-time every Sunday.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operate manufacturing equipment such as rewinders, coaters, and forklifts
• Follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures
• Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing, bending, and climbing
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment
• Rotate between 12-hour day and night shifts every two weeks (including every other weekend)

You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of experience in manufacturing or machine operation
• Forklift certification or experience preferred
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled setting (50–95°F)
• Flexibility to work in various departments as needed

What We Can Offer You:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance with options suited to different needs.
• Generous employer‑matched 401(k) retirement plan plus supplemental life and disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and wellness programs to support health and financial well‑being.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, volunteer time and supportive family/parental leave.
• Robust professional development and tuition‑reimbursement opportunities to support career growth.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), legal/identity support and other voluntary perks to support employees beyond core benefits.

Who We Are:

M2S Group is a leader in materials science and engineered coatings, bringing together four innovative companies: Nekoosa, Appvion, Decorative Films, and Iconex. Together, we deliver six specialized solutions across application tapes, carbonless paper, architectural window films, direct thermal products, extruded films, and specialty print media.

Our culture is guided by four core values: Safety First, Growth Focused, Be Authentic, and Win Together. These values shape how we collaborate, how we innovate, and how we make an impact every day.

Appvion is the North American leader in specialty and high-performance coatings for items you see and use every day, like tickets at a concert, labels on packaged food, tags on new clothes, or packaging that keeps products safe during shipping. We focus on sustainable solutions that make everyday products work better. Recognized as an Employee Friendly Workplace, Appvion invests in our people, encouraging professional growth, collaboration, and innovation that connects and protects products worldwide.

The Fine Print

A post-offer background check and drug screen are required.

M2S Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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