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1st. Shift Machine Operator

Kelly Box & Packaging
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2027

Job description

Kelly Box & Packaging has immediate openings for Machine Operators on 1st. shift (7:00am-3:30 am) Monday-Friday (with occasional overtime).

This position is responsible for operating a corrugated packaging machine. (Note - this is not a CNC machine.)

Candidates MUST possess the following requirements:

  • Experience operating manufacturing machinery preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting ability
  • Must be able to read and understand blue prints/job order cards
  • Excellent organizational skills & the ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a frequent to semi-frequent basis
  • MUST be able to work 1st. shift hours - 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday.
  • Must be able to pass a short math test which includes addition of fractions & reading measurements on a ruler (see example math test questions below)
  • Good attendance & safety habits
  • Able to pass a drug screen

Starting pay is $17.50/hour. We offer our employees comprehensive benefits, including quarterly bonuses, medical, dental, vision, life and 401K.

* Candidates MUST be able to add/convert fractions (i.e. 3/8 5/16 = ?) and read measurements on a ruler (where is 3/8" on the ruler?).

Apply IN-PERSON Monday-Friday, 9am-4:00pm at :

Kelly Box & Packaging - 2801 Covington Rd, Fort Wayne, IN

** NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE ** Someone will contact you if we are interested in setting you up for an interview. Please DO NOT call to check on your application!

Sample math tests are available when applying!

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18

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