Production Operator

Packaging Corporation of America; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Packaging Corporation of America seeks a Production Operator at our International Falls, MN Paper Mill. Responsibilities include operating production equipment, quality checks, material handling, and records maintenance. The role requires 18+ years, a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and willingness to work swing/graveyard shifts with overtime.

Strong safety and teamwork are essential. Applicants should have prior work experience and the ability to push/pull, bend, twist, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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 with overtime as needed.
• Strong safety background and good attendance record.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, and twist repetitively.
• Temperatures and work volume may vary.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using production equipment to ensure steady workflow.
• Make minor equipment adjustments and ensure quality checks are performed before, during, and upon completion.
• May stack boxes, clean areas of the facility, or perform other general helper duties.
• Move and lift heavy objects.
• Maintain production and work records.
• Examine products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Clean rooms and/or work areas as needed.
• 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.
• Perform safety & equipment inspections in the plant.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Mark products and containers for identification purposes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking applicants for a Production Operator at our International Falls, MN Paper Mill. The International Falls facility is a White Paper Mill owned by Packaging Corporation of America.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using production equipment to ensure steady workflow.
• Ability to perform minor equipment adjustments and ensure quality checks are performed before, during, and upon completion.
• May stack boxes, clean areas of the facility, or perform other general helper duties.
• Move and lift heavy objects.
• Maintain production and work records.
• Examine products in order to verify conformance to specifications.
• Clean rooms and/or work areas as needed.
• 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.
• Perform safety & equipment inspections in the manufacturing and industrial settings of the plant.
• Use both hand and power tools as needed.
• Correctly mark products and containers for identification purposes.

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.
• Successful candidate must be willing to work swing and graveyard shifts, along with required overtime as needed.
• Must have a strong safety background and a good attendance record.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Must be able to push, pull, bend, and twist repetitively.
• Have an understanding that both temperatures and work volume may vary.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous plant manufacturing experience is a plus.

The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.

Tests and Board Interview:

• Those selected to go through the PCA hiring process will be asked to take a series of five written tests and take part in a structured board interview.

The five written tests are all timed and involve:

• Basic mechanical principles
• Basic arithmetic skills
• The ability to visualize three-dimensional figures
• The ability to compare numbers or patterns quickly and accurately
• Basic verbal ability

The interview will be conducted by a four-person board and involves a review of each candidate's:

• Work history
• Achievements and accomplishments
• Knowledge and skill acquisition
• Interpersonal skills and helpfulness
• Task related likes and dislikes
• Physical demands experienced on previous jobs