Packaging Corporation of America · 5 hours ago
2nd Shift Gluer Assistant
New Oxford, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$25.49/hr - $25.49/hrPackaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company that specializes in corrugated packaging and white paper solutions. The 2nd Shift Gluer Assistant will assist with machine set-up, monitor box quality, and ensure proper stacking of finished boxes while complying with safety and operational standards.
Business DevelopmentManufacturingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques
Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s)
Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing
Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator
Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed
Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs
Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals
Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor
Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation
Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required
Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice
Regular attendance and timeliness are required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED
Lifting up to 45 pounds
Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends
Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures based on season, around machinery, and heavy forklift traffic
Assist with machine set-up in accordance with proper setup techniques
Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, scoring, folding, print, proper placement/application of the glue, etc., and communicate quality related issues back to operator and helper(s)
Ensure finished boxes are properly stacked for unitizing and/or palletizing
Able to understand and follow instructions on factory card, as well as instruction given by operator
Maximize the utilization of equipment by effectively assisting the operator to run the machinery at available capacity and speed
Assist with training helper(s) with job duties on the machine
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Lean Enterprise and Quality Data
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs
Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals
Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor
Work with crew members for maximum efficiency of operation
Switch duties with other crew members, which may include operating, feeding, pulling, stacking, and packing, as required
Comply with all company policies, procedures and work rules, including but not limited to safety and maintaining good housekeeping
Regular attendance and timeliness are required
Preferred
Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment
Experience in folding/gluing machine work
Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew
Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently
Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions
Benefits
Paid Vacation: Two weeks per calendar year. After successfully completely 90-day orientation period, vacation will be given.
Paid Holidays.
Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
Company
Packaging Corporation of America
Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is the fourth largest producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in the United It is a sub-organization of vapepackagingboxes.
Founded in 1959
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2000-01-28IPO
Leadership Team
Criscella Martinez
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
Sheryl Griffin
Executive Assistant to CEO & Corporate HR
Recent News
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