Utility Material Handler

Seattle-Tacoma Box Company; Surprise (AZ); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Competitive hourly pay

Overtime opportunities

Cost of living raises

401(k) with 5% match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

SeaCa Plastics Packaging in Surprise, AZ is seeking a manufacturing associate to help keep production lines stocked, assist operators, move materials, and maintain a clean, safe workplace. You will locate orders before runs and report any equipment issues to ensure smooth production.

Responsibilities include supporting finishing operators, ensuring product availability, and maintaining housekeeping throughout the shift. Forklift certification is a plus and night shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to safely operate machines and follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic math skills for measurements and counting.
• Physical stamina to stand and lift up to 50 lbs. on rotating night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Keep production lines supplied with materials to continue work smoothly.
• Support machine operators and team members during production.
• Move products, sheet stock, and pallets as needed.
• Locate and prepare orders before production runs.
• Report equipment issues, damaged products, or shortages to supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Assist with recycling, waste removal, and general housekeeping tasks.
• Help with other duties to support production goals.
• Assist finishing operators to ensure product movement.
• Ensure each machine has product available to continue production.
• Maintain housekeeping throughout the shift and report issues.
• Locate orders before start of run.
• Supplies sheet stock and pallets to machine centers.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

About the Company:

SeaCa Plastics Packaging is a leading packaging manufacturer specializing in custom corrugated plastic packaging solutions. Serving industries such as agriculture, seafood, and industrial manufacturing, the company combines innovative design, advanced manufacturing capabilities, and exceptional customer service to deliver high-quality packaging that protects products and supports customer success.

What you will do:

• Keep production lines supplied with materials so work can continue smoothly.
• Support machine operators and team members throughout the production process.
• Move products, sheet stock, and pallets where needed.
• Locate and prepare orders before production runs.
• Report equipment issues, damaged products, or shortages to your supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Assist with recycling, waste removal, and general housekeeping tasks.
• Help with other duties as needed to support production goals.

What you bring to the table:

• A high school diploma or GED and experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Two or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to safely operate machines, follow instructions, and learn new processes quickly.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a team-first attitude.
• The ability to multitask, stay focused in a fast-paced environment, and meet production goals.
• Basic math skills for measuring, counting, and making simple calculations.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a warm, active production setting.
• Flexibility to work a rotating night shift schedule, including weekends.

Nice to Have:

• Forklift certification

What you receive:

• On the job training - 4 weeks
• Competitive compensation $24 - $29 / hour depending on experience
• Additional compensation Significant ability for overtime
• Annual increases for cost of living
• Next level benefits - including medical, dental, vision and various other options. 5% match for 401k.

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Full Job description:

Responsibilities

• Assist Finishing Operators & Assistant operators to ensure product movement.
• Ensure each machine has product available to continue production.
• Maintains equipment and forklifts by reporting maintenance needed to supervisor.
• Maintains housekeeping throughout the shift.Report damaged product and/or shortages to supervisor.
• Locate orders before start of run.
• Dumps garbage dumpsters.
• Assists other operators as necessary.
• Supplies sheet stock and pallets to machine centers to process orders.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.
• Keeps area clean and organized.
• Performs similar job duties as required.

Requirements

Work experience requirements

• Two or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Experience with uneven/difficult forklift operation.
• Able to work under pressure and meet time deadlines.