Production Operator

Packaging Corporation of America; South International Falls (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) seeks a Production Operator at its International Falls, MN location. This role involves performing various production tasks while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma/GED, previous work experience, and be able to work swing and graveyard shifts. Starting salary is $28.65 per hour with benefits including vacation and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have previous work experience.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work swing and graveyard shifts, including required overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using production equipment.
• Conduct quality checks before, during, and after production.
• Maintain accurate production and work records.
• Operate hoist, winch, and hydraulic boom equipment.
• Perform safety and equipment inspections in the plant.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Production Operator – International Falls, MN

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company focused on delivering high‑quality paper and packaging solutions. The International Falls, MN Paper Mill is a White Paper Mill that serves customers locally and nationally. This role supports the manufacturing operations of the plant by performing a range of production tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using production equipment to ensure a steady workflow.
• Adjust equipment as needed and conduct quality checks before, during, and after production.
• Stack boxes, clean facility areas, and perform general helper duties.
• Move and lift heavy objects safely.
• Maintain accurate production and work records.
• Examine products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Clean rooms and work areas as required.
• Sort manufacturing materials and products.
• Load and unload materials into machinery.
• Load, unload, and stack products, materials, and containers.
• Measure, weigh, or count products and materials.
• Operate hoist, winch, and hydraulic boom equipment.
• Perform safety and equipment inspections in the plant.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Mark products and containers correctly for identification.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have previous work experience.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work swing and graveyard shifts, including required overtime.
• Strong safety background with a good attendance record.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, and twist repeatedly.
• Can adapt to varying temperatures and work volumes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous plant manufacturing experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Work well under pressure, within time constraints, and multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Make independent decisions through creative problem‑solving and handling ambiguity.
• Manage a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary: $28.65 per hour.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, employees (and their dependents) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and vision benefits and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, employees are automatically enrolled in the 401(k) plan, offering pre‑tax and Roth contribution options and employer matching.
• Additional benefit information is available on the Company’s Employee Information web page.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.