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Machine Operator - (RDC) - 3rd Shift
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What they do
A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$38,602 / year median in Pennsylvania
-3% projected decline
Job Description
As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility. People
• Customers
• Trust
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity, decreasing downtime and waste. Responsible for leading machine crew with setups and changeovers by mounting printing plates and/or cutting dies. Conduct quality checks to ensure product meets required dimensions and there are zero material defects. Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures. Problem solves when issues arise with machine. Perform other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED. Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment. Strong mechanical aptitude and possess problem-solving skills. Ability to work any shift, including overtime and weekends as needed. Must be authorized to work in the
U.S. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel. Excellent communication skills. Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Starting salary for position: $27.77 per hour.
Bonus:
Annual - Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
Paid Vacation:
2 weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. 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 .
Disclaimer:
The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA's good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance