Manufacturing Assistant

Manufacturing Assistant – Hood Container Corporation

We are seeking a hands‑on, motivated machine helper to support high quality, high volume production lines. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience with corrugated converting or corrugator equipment.
• A proven ability to improve machine performance and minimize downtime.
• Strong leadership skills to guide and train crew members.
• A commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as production demands.

• Base pay: $19.00/hr – $21.00/hr

• 1st Shift: 6 AM – 2 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2 PM – 10 PM
• 3rd Shift: 10 PM – 6 AM

Possibility of 12‑hour shifts depending on business necessity.

• Manufacture corrugated cartons in a high‑volume production environment.
• Lead and coordinate daily activities of the machine crew, ensuring performance goals are met in waste reduction, efficiency, quality, and uptime.
• Direct and train machine crew members, including new team members.

• Corrugator or converting machine experience (Flexo Folder Gluer, Rotary Die Cutter, Flat Bed Die Cutter, Specialty Folder Gluer, and/or Litho Laminator).
• Proven ability to improve machine efficiencies in a production environment.
• Experience in corrugated packaging environments.
• Strong process control background with demonstrated analytical skills.
• Computer literacy, including experience with Windows‑based systems.
• Familiarity with equipment operation and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Team‑oriented, organized, detail‑driven, and able to perform physical tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as required.

• Ability to stand unassisted for up to 12 hours per day while wearing safety shoes.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, twist, and reach around equipment and obstacles unassisted as needed.
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure (imperial units) and perform basic math, including fractions.
• Repeatedly lift oversized sheets and boxes from chest to ground level.
• Wear protective equipment for extended periods (gloves, sleeves, safety glasses/goggles, steel‑toed shoes, face masks, ear plugs).
• Ability to climb stairs and work on elevated platforms (up to 20 ft.).
• Ability to reach the ground unassisted.
• Communicate effectively in loud working environments while wearing PPE.
• Work in a non‑climate‑controlled warehouse (ambient temperatures between 40 – 115°F) for up to 12 hours per day.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Ability to wash hands multiple times per day with antibacterial soap.
• Work overtime as needed (up to 12 hours/day, up to 7 days/week).
• Lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted; more than 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Work in tight spaces.
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and sanitization measures.
• Ability to cross conveyor systems using narrow walking platforms (4" wide).
• Strong spatial recognition and deductive reasoning skills.

• Previous machine operator experience (6 months or more) preferred.
• Applicants must successfully pass a pre‑employment test, background investigation, and drug screen to qualify for full‑time employment.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Hood Container Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

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