Packaging Corporation of America

Production Laborers

Packaging Corporation of America  •  $34 - $38/hr  •  Wisconsin (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

The Production Laborer position is a full-time position that will work 12-hour shifts (a rotating day and night shift). There is a possibility of working an 8-hour swing. The Tomahawk Mill is a 24-hour operation; candidates must be able to work any assigned rotating shifts and be available on short notice of overtime.

Basic Qualifications:
Position requires minimum age 18
High School Diploma or G.E.D
Work any assigned rotating shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime
At least two years of full or part-time work in the last four years
Ability to read, write and speak in English
Must possess a valid driver's license
Satisfactory completion of background check and drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:
Pulp & Paper industry experience preferred.
At least 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, equipment or process operations and equivalent skills in an industrial manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers
Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational and computer skills
Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity and change
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously
Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports

Tests and Board Interview:
Those selected to go through the PCA hiring process will be asked to take a series of computer tests and take part in a structured board interview.

The tests are all timed and involve:
Basic mechanical principles
Basic arithmetic skills
The ability to visualize three-dimensional figures
The ability to compare numbers or patterns quickly and accurately
Basic verbal ability

The interview will be conducted by a four-person board and involves a review of each candidate’s:
Work history
Achievements and accomplishments
Knowledge and skill acquisition
Interpersonal skills and helpfulness
Task-related likes and dislikes
Physical demands experienced on previous jobs

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting wage for position: $30.72 per hour. Wage increases between $34.12-$38.42 per hour once trained on bottom job in dept.
• Paid Vacation: Based on the USW contractual agreement.
• Paid Holidays: Once you are a part of the union and based on the USW contractual agreement.
• An employee is eligible for benefits - medical, dental, and vision - the first of the month following their date of hire. New hires are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages. Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401K plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
Packaging Corporation of America

About Packaging Corporation of America

PCA is the third-largest producer of containerboard in the United States and a leading producer of uncoated freesheet in North America.

PCA’s net sales for 2025 were $9 billion. The company’s corporate headquarters are located in Lake Forest, Illinois. We have approximately 16,800 employees with operations throughout the United States including ten mills and 91 corrugated product plants & related facilities.

PCA’s Paper segment operates under the trade name Boise Paper, a Division of Packaging Corporation of America. We manufacture and sell white papers, including both commodity and specialty papers.

PCA combines great products with a creative and knowledgeable total-service team to provide ideas and solutions for any packaging need: "When you choose Packaging Corporation of America, you work with people who do the right things for each other and for our customers. We believe in utilizing the power of strong collaborative relationships, bound by the trust we have earned, to deliver innovative packaging solutions and an outstanding service experience."​

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Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Lake Forest, Illinois
Year Founded
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