General Factory/ Cross-Train Associate - 2nd Shift
About The Position
Sheboygan Paper Box Company is seeking a dependable Cross-Trained Associate to support operations across multiple departments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, learning multiple areas of a manufacturing facility, and playing a key part in keeping production moving smoothly. In this position, you’ll handle materials, operate powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), and cross-train in multiple positions to support staffing needs and customer demand. No two days are the same, and strong performers gain valuable experience across the plant. Shift: 2nd Shift ( Monday-Friday | 2:00pm-10:00pm Compensation: $21.00/hr (plus $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift)
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous Forklift Operation experience.
- Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency.
- Excellent attendance and reliability.
- Basic computer skills required.
Responsibilities
- Load, stage, and transport materials throughout the facility using propane and electric PIVs, including forklifts, clamp trucks, dollies, and walk-behinds.
- Cross-train in Printing, Die Cutting, and Finishing departments as needed to maintain production efficiency.
- Read and follow factory tickets to ensure correct materials, job flow, and handling requirements.
- Maintain accurate inventory movements using company systems.
- Collect, sort, and process manufacturing waste (carton waste, flat sheets, and trim waste).
- Operate hog/shred systems to produce sellable recycled waste bales.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on waste collection systems.
- Pre-stage roll stock, pallets, and materials based on department needs.
- Assist the Receiving Department when required.
- Transport printed and sheeted materials to the die cutting department for aeration.
- Aerate sheets, remove marked defects, and properly tag loads.
- Understand sheet orientation, including correct gripper edge direction.
- Operate jogger/aerators, forklifts, and material handling equipment.
- Assist die cutting operations during short staffing situations when trained.
- Transport corrugated materials, skids, slip sheets, and finished product to and from finishing lines and robotic cells.
- Perform inventory movements using Imaginera and TOP GUN systems.
- Support hand pack stations and assist robotic cells as needed.
- Perform second-person label verifications.
- Perform basic quality checks on print plates.
- Cut coating blankets.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
