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General Production

Welch Packaging
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/10/2025
Hourly - Full Time

Schedule

Monday - Friday

5am - 1:30pm

About Welch Packaging

Headquartered in Elkhart, IN, Welch Packaging was started in 1985 with four employees. Since then, Welch has become one of the most dynamic independent packaging companies in the United States. Welch now has multiple sheet plants throughout the Midwest. Welch Packaging has grown from four employees to over one thousand employees.

With customers at the core of our business philosophy, we have a service discipline that makes us easy to do business with. Through organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit Welch Packaging continues to be a leader in custom packaging solutions.

Welch encourages associates to serve in a variety of civic and charitable organizations. The "Welch Way" involves giving back to our communities. On an annual basis, Welch Packaging contributes to a variety of charities and higher education in the communities in which we serve.

At Welch Packaging, we believe in building boxes, but we don't believe in putting our associates into them! Welch hires people who fit our business culture -- people with integrity, a commitment to customer service and a passion for success -- and we teach them the packaging business through a comprehensive individualized training and placement program. Welch looks for life-long learners committed to making a difference in the world through their work. Come grow with us!

Interested candidates with strong work ethic, customer focus, and initiative to succeed in a fast paced environment are encouraged to apply! All candidates for this position are subject to an authorized background check and drug screen. The candidate must pass both to become a Welch Packaging Team Member.

Key Responsibilities

  • Follows all safety procedures associated with machine center
  • Prepares bottom and top sheets for units and prints load tags
  • Responsible for unitization per customer specification
  • Understands and participates, as required, in quality checks
  • Work at pace set by the machine operator to achieve conformance to production schedule
  • Reads and follows shop order instructions
  • Troubleshoot problems throughout production run
  • Complies with all company policies and procedures
  • Maintains high standards of cleanliness and housekeeping in work area

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing / production environment is preferred
  • Proven ability to work SAFELY adhering to all safety processes and policies
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule on occasion to support operational and business needs
  • Ability to work either individually or in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a repeatedly regular basis.

Must be able to stand for 8-10 hours a day.

Bend, stand, squat, twist repeatedly.

Work Environment

Loud Environment that requires hearing protection

Exposure to fumes or airborne particles

Manufacturing facility with machinery and equipment

occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock

Fast paced environment

For safety and operational efficiency, candidates must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. This includes understanding safety instructions, operating procedures, and workplace signage.

  • Shift Differential Opportunities!

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