What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skilled Machine Operator / Setup Technician position at Sheboygan Paper Box Company?
Skilled Machine Operator / Setup Technician
Sheboygan Paper Box Company – Sheboygan, WI
Shift: 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities available
Sheboygan Paper Box Company is looking for skilled machine operators and mechanically inclined individuals to join our manufacturing team. We are currently hiring for multiple production departments including Printing, Die Cutting, and Finishing, operating specialized equipment used to produce high-quality folding cartons.
This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with machinery, performing equipment setups, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and learning complex equipment.
If you are mechanically inclined and like figuring out how machines work, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
- Operate and monitor industrial production machinery
- Perform machine setups, changeovers, and adjustments
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and help minimize downtime
- Inspect product quality to ensure it meets specifications
- Assist with routine machine maintenance and cleaning
- Work with production teams to keep jobs running efficiently
- Read and follow production work orders and job instructions
- Safely operate Power Industrial Vehicles (PIV) when required
Types of Equipment You May Work With
Depending on department placement, employees may work with:
- Offset printing presses
- Die cutting presses
- High-speed Folder/Gluer machines fitted with integrated automated feeding & packaging equipment
- Carton packaging equipment
- Automated feeding and finishing equipment
Training is provided for the specific equipment used in each department.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Experience operating or setting up manufacturing equipment
- Ability to learn complex machinery and production processes
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Experience in printing, packaging, die cutting, machine setup, or industrial equipment is a plus but not required.
Mechanically inclined candidates from: manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, farming, or technical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Why Join Sheboygan Paper Box Company?
- Established manufacturing company with over 100 years of proven stability and long-term success
- Opportunity to learn specialized equipment and advance your skills
- Hands-on training and cross-department learning opportunities
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Benefits package
- 401(k)/ Profit Sharing
- Reimbursement Programs
- Team-oriented work environment