What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant position at Central Bag Company?
Company Description Central Bag Company has been a trusted provider of high-quality packaging solutions since 1929 and is proud to be a 100% employee-owned business. The company offers a wide range of packaging options sourced from leading manufacturers worldwide, supported by ISO 9001:2015 certification and an FSSC22000-certified food-grade manufacturing facility. With decades of experience, the team specializes in custom warehousing and distribution solutions tailored to customer needs. Central Bag Company operates over 500,000 square feet of space across two locations, enabling timely delivery throughout North America. The company is committed to building long-term partnerships and supporting customer success.
Role Description The Production Assistant is a full-time, on-site role located in Leavenworth, KS. This role supports daily production operations by assisting with packaging processes, machine setup, material handling, and basic equipment checks. Responsibilities include monitoring product quality, following safety and cleanliness standards, and accurately documenting production activities. The Production Assistant collaborates closely with supervisors and team members to meet production schedules, respond to customer order requirements, and maintain an organized work environment. The role may also involve basic data entry, label or document review, and communication with internal teams to support efficient workflow.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following.
- Assist with webbing material onto the machine
- Help set the equipment to specific work order requirements
- Feed machine as needed (Robinette Sew lines Only)
- Keep resin hopper filled and mixed properly (Laminator and tuber only)
- Watch for quality issues and report any abnormalities to the line operator
- Assist machine operator as needed on the equipment
- Standing or bending over to stack finished product on pallets for long periods of time
- Able to lift 50 LBS
- Able to push or pull pallets to next staging area via pallet jack
- Assist any other line requirements as needed
- Maintain a cleanliness of work area
- Enforce ISO 9001:2015 and FSSC 2200:2018 requirements/policies/procedures pertinent to operation of the equipment
- Perform other related duties as required or needed
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 1-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to rank and prioritize multiple projects at once
- Requires good critical thinking and interpersonal skills
- Have excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, professional, and able to work effectively with a diverse staff while meeting all applicable deadlines.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
- Able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
- Work with tools and supplies necessary to complete projects
- Must have reliable transportation.