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Machinist

Packaging Corporation of America
Appleton, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/12/2026
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.

People

  • Customers
  • Trust

Manufacture and complete necessary parts and components for various product lines including but not limited to:

  • Plastic (poly) sizing and finish machining
  • Rubber graphite sizing and finish machining
  • Mechanical parts and finished assemblies

Principle Accountabilities

  • Machine and complete custom part orders (training provided)
  • Assemble and test various mechanical equipment (training provided)
  • Utilize different types of measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, calipers, etc.
  • Record keeping – complete paperwork for each job accurately and neatly
  • Operate tow motor (training provided)

Requirements

  • Proficient at blueprint reading
  • Ability to use dial calipers and micrometers
  • Machining operating background including:
  • CNC lathe
  • CNC milling machines
  • CNC router tables
  • Manual milling machines
  • Manual lathe
  • Ability to lift 50lbs or more
  • Work in a high-paced environment
  • Willingness to cross train and assist in other areas as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledgeable in different machining techniques and practices
  • Self-starter-able to work in a team atmosphere
  • Must have or willing to purchase own tools

Schedule

7:00AM – 3:30pm (5-day work week)

Occasional overtime during the work week

Safety Boot Reimbursement

Compensation And Benefits

  • Starting Hourly range for position: $36.06 - $38.46.
  • Bonus: Annual – Based upon individual contribution and overall, Company performance.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.

Salary : $36 - $38

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