Manufacturing Cross-Trained Associate - 1st Shift

Sheboygan Paper Box Company is seeking a dependable Cross-Trained Associate to support operations across our Printing, Die Cutting, and Finishing departments. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys staying active, learning multiple areas of a manufacturing facility, and playing a key part in keeping production moving smoothly.

In this position, you’ll handle materials, operate powered industrial vehicles (PIVs), and cross-train in multiple departments to support staffing needs and customer demand. No two days are the same, and strong performers gain valuable experience across the plant.

Shift:  1st Shift (Monday-Friday | 6:00am-2:00pm)

Compensation: $21.00/hr 

Key Responsibilities:

Material Handling & Cross-Training

• Load, stage, and transport materials throughout the facility using propane and electric PIVs, including forklifts, clamp trucks, dollies, and walk-behinds.


• Cross-train in Printing, Die Cutting, and Finishing departments as needed to maintain production efficiency.


• Read and follow factory tickets to ensure correct materials, job flow, and handling requirements.


• Maintain accurate inventory movements using company systems.

Sheeter / Receiving Support

• Collect, sort, and process manufacturing waste (carton waste, flat sheets, and trim waste).


• Operate hog/shred systems to produce sellable recycled waste bales.


• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on waste collection systems.


• Pre-stage roll stock, pallets, and materials based on department needs.


• Assist the Receiving Department when required.

Die Cutting Support

• Transport printed and sheeted materials to the die cutting department for aeration.


• Aerate sheets, remove marked defects, and properly tag loads.


• Understand sheet orientation, including correct gripper edge direction.


• Operate jogger/aerators, forklifts, and material handling equipment.


• Assist die cutting operations during short staffing situations when trained.

Finishing Support

• Transport corrugated materials, skids, slip sheets, and finished product to and from finishing lines and robotic cells.


• Perform inventory movements using Imaginera and TOP GUN systems.


• Support hand pack stations and assist robotic cells as needed.


• Perform second-person label verifications.

Additional Duties

• Perform basic quality checks on print plates.


• Cut coating blankets.


• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.


• Perform other duties as assigned to support production needs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.


• Previous Forklift Operation experience.


• Ability to lift and move up to
  20 pounds.


• Strong attention to detail and quality.


• Self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency.


• Excellent attendance and reliability.


• Basic computer skills required.