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MACHINE OPERATOR (2nd shift)

Packaging Corporation of America
Marshalltown, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

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Starting wage of $15.56 with possible bump up to top wage of $22.01 after a 2 week evaluation.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all phases of setting up and operating machinery (flexo folder gluer, rotary die cutter). The Operator is also responsible for productivity, quality, and waste.

Set up, operate, and monitor machines.

Act as the leader for the crew in training process.

Mount printing and cutting dies to cylinder/shaft.

Mix and adjust ink viscosity.

Perform multiple quality checks on each order.

Verify material based on customer requirements, prior to running.

Work with team to meet daily goals.

Accurately record production data into computer daily.

Perform routing preventative maintenance and housekeeping.

Follow all process and procedures in place with safety rules and regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

2 years’ experience in a factory setting.

Strong knowledge in troubleshooting machinery.

6 months of packaging or printing experience in Flexo Folder Gluer/Rotary Die Cutter is preferred, but not required.

Strong safety background, good attendance record, and excellent communication skills.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to understand, execute, and provide verbal and written instructions.

Strong problem solving skills.

Strong computer skills with the ability to accurately complete all required computer/paperwork tasks.

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

Salary : $22

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