Production Associate

Hallmark Cards; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Hallmark Cards in Leavenworth, KS is hiring a Production Support Specialist for 2nd shift (3:30pm–12:00am). Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus $1.25/hour shift differential ($21.05/hour total). The role supports multiple departments to keep production lines running smoothly and safely.

Responsibilities include stocking lines, operating and adjusting equipment, and completing SAP entries. Candidates should be able to lift up to 60 lbs and pass safety requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to lift 20–60 lbs and stand/walk constantly.
• Experience with production equipment and basic math helpful.
• Familiarity with SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supply production lines with stock, label, and pack products.
• Operate equipment, adjust settings, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance.
• Assist press operators with make-readies and clean-ups.
• Operate sealing, accumulating, punching, scrapping, and shrink-wrapping machines.
• Complete SAP entries for production, scrap, and shipping documents.
• Rotate tasks across departments and maintain safety practices.

Skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Standing/walking

Fine motor skills

Multi-task adaptability

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

HALLMARK – Because Connecting With Each Other Has Never Been More Important

Production Support Specialist supports multiple departments (Specialty, Roll Wrap, Tissue, Bows, Webtron, Ribbon) by performing a wide range of tasks that keep production lines running efficiently. Flexibility is key, as assignments vary across work areas.

This Production Support Specialist position is in Leavenworth on 2nd shift (3:30pm - 12:00am), Monday through Friday.

Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus $1.25/hour for 2nd shift differential (total $21.05/hour).

Key Responsibilities

• Supply production lines with stock and materials; jog, stack, assemble, label, and pack product into cartons; move boxes to skids.
• Perform make-ready procedures, operate equipment, adjust settings, troubleshoot malfunctions, and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Assist press operators with make-readies, clean-ups, and adhesive mixing.
• Operate equipment such as sealing, accumulating, punching, scrapping/extracting, and shrink wrapping machines.
• Order and transport stock/components using hand or powered equipment; handle hazardous materials per regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and adhere to quality standards, correcting defects as needed.
• Complete required SAP entries for production, scrap, and shipping documents.
• Participate in team problem-solving, performance dialogues, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Communicate effectively with the next shift to ensure consistent operations.
• Be certified to operate power lift equipment and skid inverting machines.
• Learn and perform multiple assignments across departments.
• Demonstrate flexibility by rotating tasks and alternating breaks to keep equipment running.
• Uphold safety practices and contribute positively to team goals
• Must pass certification to operate power lift equipment and skid inverting machine

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing 20 – 50 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to constantly stand and/or walk
• Ability to frequently reach, twist, bend, perform repetitive hand/wrist motion and fine motor skills, and work at or above shoulder level

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience running production equipment
• Basic math, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organize and set-up work area and reorganize as priorities change. Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to understand the computer and ordering systems and successfully operate both systems
• Ability to understand and follow established safety procedures and transport hazardous waste material in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations
• Ability to accept other duties as assigned
• Ability to learn and retain knowledge
• Ability to work in a team environment and be able to contribute positively during problem solving sessions

This position is located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Relocation is not provided.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.