Utility

AJM Packaging Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacations

Job summary

AJM Packaging Corporation in Detroit, MI is seeking a versatile utility to join our team. The role supports multiple departments by performing tasks across maintenance, assembly, inventory, and shipping & receiving.

This entry-level position requires basic tools knowledge, a high school diploma or GED, and a willingness to learn. You will work on-site with a team focused on safety and efficiency, benefiting from AJM's comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience in maintenance, utility or production support is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility maintenance tasks such as painting, cleaning, and debris disposal.
• Assist in assembling machines and subcomponents, including sanding and prepping parts.
• Support inventory tasks: cycle counting, unloading/loading trucks, shipping labels, and forklift operations.
• Carry out other duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Machine assembly

Inventory management

Shipping & receiving

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

AJM Packaging Corporation

Detroit, MI

Position Overview

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls, and bags, is seeking a versatile and self-motivated utility to join our team in Detroit, MI. This wide-encompassing role will gain valuable experience while supporting various departments by performing a variety of tasks ranging from facility maintenance, assisting in machine assembly, inventory management, and shipping & receiving.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform a variety of facility maintenance tasks, including painting, cleaning, running air lines, operating the floor scrubber, and disposing of scrap and trash.
• Engage in hands‑on tasks such as building machines and assembling subcomponents, preparing parts for painting through sanding and ice blasting, wiping and taping parts for precision paint application, perform surface grinding, and learning basic milling, drilling and other fabrication techniques.
• Assist with inventory management tasks to include cycle counting and part verification, unloading and loading trucks, creating shipping labels, pulling inventory for machine builds, and operating a forklift to support shipping & receiving operations.
• Complete all other duties the Supervisor deems necessary.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Previous experience in a similar utility, maintenance, or production support role is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools (drills, grinders, etc.)

Benefits

At AJM, our comprehensive "Cafeteria Benefits Plan" and "Flexible Spending Arrangement" (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

Summary Of Benefits

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, "can do" attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information

Visit our website at www.ajmpack.com

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.