Production Support Specialist 3rd Shift

Job Overview

FIND OUT WHAT IT IS LIKE TO BE A PART OF HALLMARK SUPPLY CHAIN

You’ll be at the heart of our production center, helping millions of customers across the world enjoy Hallmark products. You will have a variety of duties that support the production process in numerous ways. You’ll be cross‑trained across multiple departments by a support team of trainers and supervisors to help you learn every step of the way!

• Your starting pay will be between $19.80 and $22.65, depending on your shift.
• This position is full‑time (5 days per week) on the 3rd shift from 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, Sunday night through Friday morning. Flexibility is available – we may accommodate other shift times, if applicable.

Production Support Specialist responsibilities include:

• Preparing greeting card stock for the cutter.
• Jogging, skidding, and moving stock to the cutter.
• Carrying stock to skids and moving finished skids into the outgoing area.
• Conducting complete make‑ready, run, monitoring, and maintenance.
• Removing die‑cut cards from full sheets using a hammer or an Automatic Card Extractor (ACE).
• Performing make‑readies on the ACE and preparing rails/bars and press set‑up.
• Sampling and stacking cards onto skids according to register, blockouts, salvage, and spoilage.
• Determining when adhesive is mixed and when tests will be performed.
• Ensuring adhesive ingredients are available for mixing.
• Supporting Webtron press operators with set‑up, changeover, and machine adjustments.
• Ordering correct stock, moving components, inputting data, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Participating in performance dialogues and team problem‑solving activities.
• Operating a Gem/Cello machine, wholesale sealer, accumulator, shrink tunnel, and lift truck as required.
• Delivering paperwork, packing finished goods, and tracking stock.
• Identifying potential problems and proposing alternative solutions.
• Demonstrating flexibility for moving to different work assignments.

• The position may span several departments and require multiple assignments.
• Production areas involve noise; hearing protection is provided.
• Overtime is available and will be discussed during the interview.

• Perform make‑ready duties on Gem/Cello machines, ACE press, and Webtron presses.
• Set up wholesale sealers and pack product into shipping containers; mix adhesives and ensure availability of ingredients.
• Execute the quality system including preflight, sampling, and removal of salvage/spoilage.
• Perform quality and adhesive tests, reporting results promptly.
• Plan and maintain workflow, order and deliver stock, cartons, and components.
• Achieve and continually improve specified production goals and throughput.
• Conduct regular press maintenance and cleaning, including TPMs.
• Transport hazardous waste following regulations; be certified to operate power lift equipment and skid‑inverting machine.
• Communicate information to the next shift for consistency.
• Adhere to good safety practices.

• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to grip and push/pull lifts of stock 2 – 3.5 in thick, 80–120 times per hour.
• Ability to lift 20–30 lb stacks of stock, 60–80 times per hour, with frequent lifting of 40–60 lb during the shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, twist, bend, and reach above shoulder level continuously.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand/wrist motions and fine‑motor skills.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

• Medical, vision, and dental plans; specialized plan for type 2 diabetes; short‑term and long‑term disability; life and accident insurance.
• On‑site registered nurses, health consultations, and optional seasonal vaccinations; health rewards program.
• 401(k) with 4 % company match; health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA).
• 18 days (144 hours) of paid time off and 10 paid holidays in the first year; paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits available to eligible employees.
• Climate‑controlled, safety‑first environment; on‑site café; on‑site Hallmark store discounts of 50 % – 75 %.
• Inclusive environment with relaxed dress code; safety footwear required.
• Career growth opportunities across the company.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiaries will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment. Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.