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Location Hartford, Wisconsin

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

The Machine Assistant is responsible for supporting machine operations across multiple machine centers which may include folder gluers, poly joiners, die cutters (rotary and flatbed), and digital presses. Key responsibilities may include assisting with machine setup, preparing materials, feeding sheets, stacking finished products per customer specifications, inspecting quality, and performing minor repairs/adjustments. Machine Assistants work closely with operators and team members to maintain efficiency, quality, and safety standards while actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions: 

  • Demonstrate commitment to safety and perform all duties in accordance with company safety policies and procedures 

  • Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of assigned equipment 

  • Review and understand job ticket information to determine quantity, special instructions, and customer requirements 

  • Stack off finished bundles and feed sheets into the machine 

  • Rotate positions every few hours as needed 

  • Prepare paperwork and bottom slip sheets for each other 

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area 

  • Repair or assist maintenance in the repair of machines as necessary  

  • Fill in for machine operators during their absence 

  • Check finished products for quality per customer specifications 

  • Actively participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts 

  • Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors 

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

  • Safety-sensitive position: ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner 

  • Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed based on business needs 

  • Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed 

  • Ability to effectively work in teams 

  • Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people  

  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles 

  • Ability to read a tape measure/ruler 

  • Ability to perform computer functions as they pertain to the job 

Education: 

High School Diploma or equivalent desired, not required  

Pay Rate: 

Training: $25.90-$30.09 

Qualified: $27.86-$32.36 

Work Hours: 

3-2-2-3 Schedule 

You will work a straight shift of 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM OR 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM 

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.


Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. 


Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. 

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. 


The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!


Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.


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Posting ID: 1213770828 Posted: 2026-01-12 Job Title: Machine Assistant