Press Helper
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Packaging Engineer
About Us (and Our Exciting Future)
Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.
Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.
Join us and become part of the power behind possible.
Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in‑store and online.
Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name‑brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.
The Opportunity
The Press Helper supports safe and efficient printing operations by assisting with press set‑up, operation, quality checks, and basic troubleshooting. This position offers hands‑on training, opportunities to learn manufacturing best practices, and opportunities for advancement while working as part of a team to meet production and customer needs.
Key Responsibilities- Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform job duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Understand job ticket information to determine quantity, special work instructions, and any other special customer requirements.
- Determine the best manufacturing method to produce product efficiently and effectively.
- Assist with set‑ups and operation of the printing press.
- Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of the assigned equipment.
- Troubleshoot and make decisions regarding the quality of finished product.
- Complete required quality inspections and paperwork.
- Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.
- Contribute to overtime needs to meet customer demands.
- Play an active role in the maintenance and cleanliness of the assigned press and surrounding area.
- Understand department communication systems, schedules, time/attendance system and job reporting requirements.
- Actively participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives.
- Become certified as back‑up Secondary Operator. (must start training with operator by 6 months in position and complete training checklist by 12 months in position)
- Act as Secondary Operator during vacations, leave of absences, etc., on all shifts as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Is attentive to detail & accuracy, looks for improvements to work processes and takes advantage of tools & resources, finds root cause to quality problems.
- Meets deadlines and responsibilities to help team meet goals, listens to others and values opinions, promotes a team atmosphere.
- Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, demonstrates support of company values.
- Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
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