Slitter Helper - 1st/2nd Shift, Packaging Plant

ProAmpac; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid parental leave

Life Insurance

401k with generous company match

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Safety shoe allotment

Employee referral program

Employee Assistance Fund

Job summary

ProAmpac in Cheektowaga, NY is hiring Slitter Helpers for 1st and 2nd shifts on a Temp-to-Direct basis. 1st shift runs 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; 2nd shift runs 3:00 PM–11:00 PM with a $1/hour differential. Starting wage is $17/hour, with comprehensive benefits after hire.

Employees will read production boards, prepare materials, operate slitters, and wrap/ship finished rolls. The role requires basic math, attention to safety, and teamwork to support a smooth packaging production line.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to perform basic math and read a tape measure.
• Some knowledge of flexographic packaging would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Read production board in slitting department, prepare jobs, and ensure a continuous run while following safety procedures.
• Complete production reports and paperwork; keep the workplace organized.
• Maintain work area per food safety requirements.
• Assist with training new Slitter Helpers and Rewinders as needed.
• Follow safety precautions and use PPE consistently.
• Move finished job skids to storage and shipping; wrap rolls and label correctly.

Skills

Production board reading

Communication skills

Numerical ability

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

ProAmpac in Cheektowaga, NY is hiring Slitter Helpers for 1st and 2nd shifts on a Temp-to-Direct basis. 1st shift runs 7:00 AM–3:00 PM; 2nd shift runs 3:00 PM–11:00 PM with a $1/hour differential. Starting wage is $17/hour, with comprehensive benefits after hire.

Employees will read production boards, prepare materials, operate slitters, and wrap/ship finished rolls. The role requires basic math, attention to safety, and teamwork to support a smooth packaging production line.