Production Operator

Production Operator – International Falls, MN

Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is a Fortune 500 company focused on delivering high‑quality paper and packaging solutions. The International Falls, MN Paper Mill is a White Paper Mill that serves customers locally and nationally. This role supports the manufacturing operations of the plant by performing a range of production tasks.

• Perform a variety of manufacturing tasks using production equipment to ensure a steady workflow.
• Adjust equipment as needed and conduct quality checks before, during, and after production.
• Stack boxes, clean facility areas, and perform general helper duties.
• Move and lift heavy objects safely.
• Maintain accurate production and work records.
• Examine products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Clean rooms and work areas as required.
• Sort manufacturing materials and products.
• Load and unload materials into machinery.
• Load, unload, and stack products, materials, and containers.
• Measure, weigh, or count products and materials.
• Operate hoist, winch, and hydraulic boom equipment.
• Perform safety and equipment inspections in the plant.
• Use hand and power tools as needed.
• Mark products and containers correctly for identification.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have previous work experience.
• Must have a current and valid Driver’s License.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work swing and graveyard shifts, including required overtime.
• Strong safety background with a good attendance record.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, and twist repeatedly.
• Can adapt to varying temperatures and work volumes.

• Previous plant manufacturing experience.

• Work well under pressure, within time constraints, and multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Make independent decisions through creative problem‑solving and handling ambiguity.
• Manage a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
• Read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.

• Starting salary: $28.65 per hour.
• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, employees (and their dependents) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and vision benefits and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, employees are automatically enrolled in the 401(k) plan, offering pre‑tax and Roth contribution options and employer matching.
• Additional benefit information is available on the Company’s Employee Information web page.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.