General Labor Associate – Wallula Box Plant

Job Type: Other
Job Location: United States
Individuals hired as a General Labor Associates for our box plant in Wallula will be hired and trained to work in either the corrugator and/or converting department. The successful candidates will join our highly-ranked team and learn about our business, culture and expectations. The hourly rates vary based on department and position ranging from $25.68 to $30.90.
PCA offers competitive benefits package, included but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, vision
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • 401k
  • Gainshare program
  • Paid vacation based on years of service
  • Paid sick time based on hours worked
  • Eleven paid holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Stipends for both safety shoes and glasses
  • Stipends for gym memberships
EXPLANATION

  • Employees (and their dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance coverage, subject to applicable waiting periods.
  • Employees are:
    • Automatically enrolled in PCA’s 401k retirement plan at the time of hire
    • Eligible for 11 paid holidays after completing 30 days worked
    • Eligible for 40 hours vacation after completing probationary period
    • Reimbursed up to $150 for safety shoes after completing their introductory period
    • Eligible for up to $35 per month for monthly fitness membership
    • Annual gainshare up to 10% of earnings
If you want to be part of an exceptional team who works in Golden Rule environment and provides a competitive pay and benefits package, please apply at www.careers.packagingcorp.com

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Maintain a safety mindset.
  • Sets up converting and/or corrugator accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
  • Inspects all material before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
  • Monitors box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
  • Check rolls for damage.
  • Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
  • Assist others within the crew with job duties on the machine.
  • Complete necessary data entry and reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
  • Submit maintenance work orders through BPMS for needed repairs.
  • Complete annual food packaging safety training.
  • Report any discovered food packaging safety risks or concerns.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma/GED.
  • Demonstrated consistent, one-year stable work history.
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts (Typically 8-hour shifts rotating 2 weeks days, 1 week swing, 2 weeks grave, 1 week swing).
  • Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice, both during the week and weekends.
  • Ability to work in manufacturing environment, with varying temperatures.
  • Ability to cross train and advance machine operation skills and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to recognize sounds of moving equipment and machinery for safety purposes and identifying machine issues.
  • Work with constant noise at a level requiring the use of hearing protection.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to read a tape measure, factory orders, print instructions and audit product.
  • Ability to perform simple math calculations and enter data in to the computer.
  • Ability to verify proper ink usage.
  • Ability to occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds; as well as being willing and able to stand/walk constantly.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Continuous education and/or trade school.
  • Previous leadership responsibilities.
  • Two years forklift experience.
  • Good computer skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to be solutions oriented and proactive.
  • Previous corrugated experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn and work as a cohesive team member.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
  • Ability to work within a team and effectively communicate with members.
  • Mechanical aptitude, ability to read a tape measure and have a strong attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated ability to maneuver through computer programs to access information and enter accurate information.
  • Self-starter, ability to troubleshoot machinery and solutions oriented.

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