Production Support Specialist: Start Manufacturing Career

Hallmark; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is seeking motivated individuals for the Production Support Specialist role, an entry-level position supporting multiple manufacturing departments to keep lines running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting with make-readies, operating equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and completing SAP entries, while pursuing structured training, cross-training, and career development opportunities with Hallmark.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to grasp, lift and carry product weighing 20–50 lbs frequently and up to 60 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand and walk constantly; handle repetitive motions and fine motor tasks.
• Overtime may be required to meet production needs.

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

Skills

Lifting ability

Standing/walking

Repetitive motion

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Power lift equipment operation

Job description

Hallmark's Leavenworth Production Center is seeking motivated individuals for the Production Support Specialist role, an entry-level position supporting multiple manufacturing departments to keep lines running smoothly.

Responsibilities include assisting with make-readies, operating equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and completing SAP entries, while pursuing structured training, cross-training, and career development opportunities with Hallmark.