Production Associate / Machine Operator & Data Entry

Shippers Supply, Inc. is seeking a Production Associate to join our team in Hopkins, Minnesota. As an independently owned and operated wholesale company, Shippers Supply has been providing packaging equipment, materials solutions, and supplies throughout the upper Midwest since 1928. The Production Associate will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient and timely production of high-quality packaging materials.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They will join a dynamic team of experienced professionals who value customer satisfaction and continuous improvement.

Shift: Monday-Friday 6:30am-3pm

Key Accountabilities:

• Maintain production schedules in order to ensure all deadlines are met
• Produce custom packaging products safely, quickly, and accurately per company standards
• Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, roller press, box makers, gluers, bailers, compactors, etc
• Assembly of parts and products
• Read production paperwork and follow work instructions and guidelines
• Identify and resolve general problems concerning equipment and materials
• Perform inventory counts and put away materials.
• May assist warehouse with shipping, receiving, picking, put away and/or inventory as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, perform general maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Continually look for ways to improve processes and systems to make them more efficient and effective
• Comply with quality and safety standards
• Comply with all company policies and procedures

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to perform measurements using rulers and tape measures and perform basic arithmetic
• Good written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• Ability to pass and maintain Forklift certification. Forklift experience preferred.
• Previous machine operating and/or manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to regularly lift 20 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs

Work Environment

• Indoor general manufacturing/warehouse environment. Temperature fluctuation due to dock doors opening and closing
• On your feet approximately 8 hours per day

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Background checks and drug tests required.

Benefits

- Health, dental and vision coverage

- Health Savings Account

- Company-paid long term disability

- 401k with company match

- Positive company culture

- Profit Sharing

- Paid Holidays and floating holidays

- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

- Paid Parental Leave