Production Assistant

L&M Corrugated Container; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

L&M Corrugated is seeking a Production Assistant to support day-to-day production needs on the shop floor and in the office. You will work with the Plant Manager to track performance, prepare production information, support purchasing and inventory, and keep operational details moving.

The role combines data handling with hands-on production floor work, offering exposure to Kanban, reporting, and process improvements. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college or technical education is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Comfort working with numbers, production data, reports, and tracking tools.
• Prior manufacturing, production, inventory, purchasing, materials, or administrative support experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing production data and reports for Daily Huddle meetings and other operational needs
• Updating daily machine and production metrics so teams have accurate, current performance information
• Monitoring Kanban items and supply levels and helping improve replenishment processes
• Purchasing MRO and non-inventoried production items based on stock levels and operational needs
• Receiving, verifying, organizing, and stocking office, maintenance, and production supplies
• Communicating with suppliers regarding routine orders, delivery timing, availability, and discrepancies
• Supporting the Plant Manager with data gathering, special reports, projects, and operational follow-up
• Coordinating information and follow-up across Production, Maintenance, and other departments
• Maintaining accurate records, spreadsheets, and tracking tools used to support production
• Identifying opportunities to improve organization, inventory flow, reporting, and administrative processes
• Managing multiple priorities while providing timely, accurate, and professional support
• Performing other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Numbers and data handling

Time management

Manufacturing awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Production Assistant

Full-Time | On-Site

Keep Production Moving. Turn Details into Action.

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and someone who enjoys keeping people, information, and supplies on track? L&M Corrugated is seeking a Production Assistant to support the day-to-day needs of our production operation. Working closely with the Plant Manager, you'll help track performance, prepare production information, support purchasing and inventory needs, and keep important operational details moving.

This is a hands-on support role for someone who is comfortable working with data, communicating across teams, and spending time both at a computer and on the production floor. You'll have the opportunity to learn how the plant operates while helping make our processes more organized, accurate, and efficient.

Why Join L&M?

• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Opportunities for Growth & Career Development
• Family-Owned Company with a Team-Oriented Culture
• Broad Exposure to Production Operations
• Opportunity to Make a Direct Impact on Daily Plant Performance

What You'll Do

As a Production Assistant, you'll work closely with the Plant Manager and production team to support reporting, purchasing, inventory, communication, and the day-to-day details that help keep operations running smoothly.

• Preparing production data and reports for Daily Huddle meetings and other operational needs
• Updating daily machine and production metrics so teams have accurate, current performance information
• Monitoring Kanban items and supply levels and helping improve replenishment processes
• Purchasing MRO and non-inventoried production items based on stock levels and operational needs
• Receiving, verifying, organizing, and stocking office, maintenance, and production supplies
• Communicating with suppliers regarding routine orders, delivery timing, availability, and discrepancies
• Supporting the Plant Manager with data gathering, special reports, projects, and operational follow-up
• Coordinating information and follow-up across Production, Maintenance, and other departments
• Maintaining accurate records, spreadsheets, and tracking tools used to support production
• Identifying opportunities to improve organization, inventory flow, reporting, and administrative processes
• Managing multiple priorities while providing timely, accurate, and professional support
• Performing other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college or technical education is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate information and follow-through
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Comfort working with numbers, production data, reports, and tracking tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with production employees, leaders, office teams, and suppliers
• Proactive, dependable approach with a willingness to learn new systems, processes, and responsibilities
• Prior manufacturing, production, inventory, purchasing, materials, or administrative support experience is preferred

Help Keep Production Moving

At L&M Corrugated, the Production Assistant plays an important behind-the-scenes role in keeping our plant organized, informed, and ready to operate. You'll help make sure leaders have the information they need, supplies are available when they're needed, and important details don't fall through the cracks.

This position offers broad exposure to production operations and the opportunity to build experience in reporting, materials and inventory, purchasing, process improvement, and plant coordination.

Whether you're updating performance data, helping improve a Kanban process, coordinating a supply order, or supporting a special project, your work will contribute directly to a more efficient and reliable operation.

If you're organized, proactive, comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, and enjoy being the person who helps keep things moving, we'd love to hear from you.