Auto Folder Gluer Assistant

This job posting is for an Auto Folder Gluer Assistant position at our Chicago Container plant located at 5445 W 73rd St. Bedford Park, IL 60638. Compensation and Benefits:

Starting salary for position: $28.45 per hour.

Bonus: Annual - Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.

Paid Vacation: One week per calendar year for new hires. 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 able to enroll in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.

1.5 pay over 8 hours, over 40 hours and weekends.

1.5 pay on holidays, plus additional overtime over 8 hours on holidays.

Stipend for safety shoes and safety glasses.

Position is 2nd shift (3:00PM - 11:00PM)

Principle Accountabilities:

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.

Basic Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED.

Lifting up to 45 pounds.

Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Prior experience as a machine operator or assistant

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging environment.

Experience in folding/gluing machine work.

Prior experience working as a crewmember on a machine crew.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Ability to work within a team, effectively communicating with members, and work independently.

Ability to follow instruction and execute written and verbal instructions.

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.

More information about the Company's benefits can be found in the Employee Information section of PCA's website: Employee Information | Packaging Corporation of America