Production Associate - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Hallmark Cards; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is hiring for a Production Support Specialist to keep multiple manufacturing areas running smoothly. This entry-level role covers a wide range of tasks across shifts 2 and 3, Monday through Friday. Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus shift differential.

The position emphasizes hands-on learning, safety, and teamwork, with structured training and opportunities for skill development and long-term career growth within manufacturing.

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 stand and/or walk constantly.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Experience running production equipment.
• Basic math, written and oral communication skills.

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.

Skills

Lift 20-50 lbs

Stand or walk constantly

Overtime readiness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

BUILD A SKILLED MANUFACTUTING CAREER WITH HALLMARK Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is growing the next generation of skilled manufacturing professionals, and we're looking for individuals who want more than just a job.

Production Support Specialist is our facility's entry level position supporting multiple manufacturing departments by performing a wide range of tasks that keep production lines running efficiently. Flexibility is key, as assignments vary across work areas.

Production Support Specialist position is in Leavenworth, KS on 2nd or 3rd shift (3:30pm - 12:00am or 11:30p - 8:00am), Monday through Friday.

Starting pay is $19.80/hour plus shift differential.

GROWING YOUR CAREER WITH HALLMARK

Whether Your Experience Comes From Manufacturing, Automotive Repair, Diesel Equipment, HVAC, Agriculture, Military Service, Machine Operation, Or Another Hands-on Field, We Are Interested In People Who

• Enjoy learning new things
• Like working with equipment and technology
• Take pride in quality work
• Solve problems and troubleshoot issues
• Want to develop new skills
• Are interested in building a long-term career

At Hallmark, we believe skilled talent is developed, not just hired.

We invest in our employees through:

• Structured hands-on training programs
• Registered apprenticeship opportunities
• Cross-training and skill development
• Mentorship from experienced team members
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Our goal is to help employees build the skills needed to become the next generation of Machine Operators and Maintenance Technicians.

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

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

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
• Ability to work overtime as needed

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