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Machine Helper (Paper Manufacturing/Converting)

Progressive Converting, Inc.
Little Chute, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2027

Come join North America's largest independent paper converter and get your career ROLLing! All of our jobs offer competitive pay and benefits based upon skill and experience.

$500 Sign-On Bonus after 90 days!

$500 Retention Bonus after 180 days!

Benefits Include: Paid Time Off, Immediate Holiday Pay Eligibility, Medical, Vision, Dental, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Profit Sharing, Annual Company Clothing, Shoe, and Prescription Safety Glasses Allowances. Annual $200 Gym and Fitness Reimbursement, $1,500 Referral Bonus for referring employees, and Quarterly $200 Perfect Attendance Bonus.

Current Openings/Schedules:

Machine Helper - Utility

Schedules Available:

  • Day Crew – 6am-6pm 2/2/3 schedule (2 on, 3 off, 2on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off)
  • Night Crew – 6pm-6am 2/2/3 schedule (2 on, 3 off, 2on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off) ($2 per hour shift differential for those working nights)

JOB SUMMARY

Machine Helpers assist the Operators and co-workers as needed to ensure production timelines and quality expectations are met. May at times assist Operators with the set-up of machinery. Has or obtains knowledge of all types of product/paper that runs on ProCon machines. Machine Helpers follow all safety procedures, understands all safety equipment and adheres to the company safety policies and procedures. Machine Helpers maintain the assigned equipment to include general maintenance and cleaning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Opens rolls and/or properly stages product for production.

2. Responsible for wrapping and/or staging finished product to designated area(s).

3. Machine Helpers must be able to understand and complete the helper checklist(s).

4. Must be able to competently complete required paperwork.

5. Machine Helpers must be able to read and understand internal (ProCon) job tickets.

6. Machine Helpers maintain the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follows the prescribed safety regulations.

7. Machine Helpers may assist the Operator with machine set up.

8.Must be familiar with the basic machine functions in order to meet production deadlines.

9.Assists Operator with general maintenance duties on machines as required.

Other Functions

1. Uses of different type of tools and equipment: pallet jacks, measuring devices, various hand tools, auto-stretch wrap machine, and compactors.

2. Machine Helpers must be able to work independently.

3. Daily contact with co-workers, management, third party vendors and customers requiring courtesy, discretion and sound judgment. Understands they are a representative of the employer.

4. Machine Helpers will perform all other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Qualifications

Machine Helpers should have a background in manufacturing, packaging, and quality control. Proficiency in using hand tools, assembly line work, and basic math skills are required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

  • The hourly wage for this role will depend on experience. What hourly wage range are you targeting in your job search?
  • Have you worked for Progressive Converting (ProCon) previously?
  • We are currently recruiting for two shifts, which are you most interested in?

1. Day Shift; 6A - 6P; 2.2.3 Schedule
2. Night Shift; 6P - 6A; 2.2.3 Schedule

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Forklift: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Little Chute, WI 54140 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $200

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