Machine Helper

Company: Packaging Corporation Of America
Location: Garland
Posted on: April 7, 2025

Job Description:

At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we think of ourselves as more than a box manufacturer. We are an ideas and solutions company. We seek to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. It just happens to be that corrugated products are our area of expertise.

At PCA, you'll find the best people in the industry operating in a "golden rule" culture. We actively promote mutually rewarding relationships with each other and our customers by advocating respect for every individual, ethical and fair practices, and the highest standards in what we say and do. PCA is proud to have a highly skilled and experienced team leading the way.

As a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest producers of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the U.S., PCA offers customers broad expertise and economies of scale, while our multiple plant locations let us rapidly meet the local needs of our customers.

Machine General Helper

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work. Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs. for a period of up to 12 hours.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

*Must be able to work 2nd shift - (2PM-10PM) and 3rd shift (10PM-6AM) which will be assigned by management.

*Must be able to overtime - up to 12 hours and Saturday when required.

High School Graduate or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Must have a good attendance record.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in the corrugated packaging industry or other manufacturing environment is preferred.

Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.

Compensation

Hourly wage for this position is $21.12

PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package. Associated topics: boxing, delivery, foam, gluer, label, pack, package, packaging, packing, scan

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