Assistant Operator - Hiring Event

Greensboro, NC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $20.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

Job Description

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a distinguished Fortune 500 company recognized as an ideas and solutions enterprise specializing in corrugated packaging and white paper products. With a strong presence across more than 100 locations within the United States and a dedicated workforce of approximately 15,000 team members, PCA operates with the core mission of serving customer needs today and in the future, while emphasizing products and services that exceed expectations in performance and environmental responsibility. The company stands out by helping a wide spectrum of customers—from large corporations to small businesses—package, transport, and display their products efficiently and sustainably. PCA's white paper segment underscores the company’s commitment to "Paper With Purpose" through delivering superior customer service and operational excellence.

This opening is for a vital role within PCA's manufacturing operations, emphasizing teamwork, productivity improvement, and waste reduction. The position focuses on supporting machine operators in ensuring the seamless setup and execution of manufacturing orders. Responsibilities include mounting printing and cutting dies, adjusting inks, and performing quality control checks throughout various stages of production. Candidates will assist in monitoring machine output, reporting any quality deviations, and participating in the cleanup and maintenance of equipment. Adherence to company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures is essential, as is maintaining shop organization based on the 5S Standards.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about working collaboratively within a production environment to enhance operational efficiencies and quality standards. The position requires flexibility to work overtime and weekends when needed and the physical ability to manage parts weighing up to 30 pounds for extended periods. This hourly position offers a starting wage of $20 per hour, alongside an annual bonus contingent on plant performance. Beyond competitive pay, PCA provides comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, holidays, medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with employer matching, all designed to support employee well-being and career growth. Candidates must attend the onsite hiring event scheduled for August 6, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST at the Greensboro, NC location to be considered for this opportunity.

Job Requirements

must attend hiring event on August 6th (8 AM - 5 PM EST)
high school graduate or GED
passionate about maintaining a safe work environment
ability to stack parts up to 30 lbs for a period of up to 12 hours
ability to work overtime and weekends, as needed
must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Job Qualifications

high school graduate or GED
ability to work overtime and weekends, as needed
passionate about maintaining a safe work environment
ability to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel
ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance

Job Duties

work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity
decreasing downtime and waste
receive and follow directions from the operator and/or supervisor
assist machine operator to set up orders, mount printing and cutting dies, ink adjustments, and ensure quality checks are performed before, during and upon completion of each order
inspect machine during run and notify operator when acceptable parts are not being produced
assist in cleanup of equipment
follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures
maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S standards
other duties as assigned