Production Associate - Off Shift

Packaging-Corporation-of-America; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging-Corporation-of-America is seeking a production team member to support a manufacturing operation. You will join a team focused on increasing productivity, reducing downtime and waste, and maintaining safety on the plant floor.

The role requires working 2nd or 3rd shifts, with overtime as needed, and a good attendance record. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Must be willing to work 2nd and 3rd shift, as assigned.
• Must have a good attendance record.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• 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 and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.
• Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.
• May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Fast-paced

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.
• Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.
• May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours
• Other duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Must be willing to work the 2nd and 3rd shift, as assigned.
• Must have a good attendance record.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.
• Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.
• Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.
• Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Shifts:

• 1st Shift: 7am - 3pm
• 2nd Shift: 3pm - 11pm
• 3rd Shift: 11pm - 7am

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