Manufacturing Associate - Appleton

Great Northern • Appleton, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Northern is seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Associate for its Appleton facility. The facility is heavily automated, so computer skills are required. This role provides the opportunity to learn about and work with various machines. As permanent positions become available, team members may express interest and bid for them. Job bidding is determined by seniority.

Safety is the foremost concern during working hours. Successful team members are expected to take pride in their work, be punctual, work safely and effectively with others, maintain an optimistic attitude, take ownership of their responsibilities, and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.

The schedule consists of weekly rotating 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday: third shift (10:00 PM–6:00 AM), second shift (2:00 PM–10:00 PM), and first shift (6:00 AM–2:00 PM), repeating weekly. Overtime is required and may include 12-hour shifts and Saturdays. Sundays are typically voluntary, though the company may schedule Sunday overtime if there are not enough volunteers. Sunday hours are paid at double time.

Starting pay is $30.37, with a pay increase after completing a 45-day probationary period. Second-shift work receives a $0.50-per-hour differential and third-shift work receives a $0.75-per-hour differential.

Requirements

• Computer skills are required.
• Work safely and effectively with others.
• Be punctual and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Be willing to work required overtime, which may include 12-hour shifts and Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines.
• Feed machinery.
• Perform quality checks.
• Palletize product.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid vacation during the first year of employment.
• Referral program offering up to $1,000.
• HSA medical plans.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Free on-site nurse, physical therapist, and nurse practitioner.
• Steel-toed shoe reimbursement.
• Health fitness reimbursement.
• Opportunities for team member advancement and compensation level increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed