Machine Assistant 2 - 3rd Shift

Job Title:

Machine Assistant 2

Department:
Converting

Reports to:

Converting Supervisor

Location:

Converting Floor

The Machine Assistant 2 supports the Operator and Machine Assistant 1 in the setup, operation, and changeovers. This role bridges hands-on machine work with quality accountability, serving as the primary quality check point during production runs and taking an active role in changeovers and minor adjustments. The Machine Assistant 2 is expected to be capable of safely operating the machine for short periods in the Machine Assistant 1’s absence and actively developing toward operating competency.

3rd Shift 10PM - 6AM, Su-Th, occasional overtime and weekends as needed

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high-quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest container board producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually.

Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.

• Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
• Remove and stack finished bundles or sheets from the outfeed end of the machine; maintain clean, organized output stacking per job ticket requirements.
• Monitor bundle counts, stacking patterns, and unit load integrity; flag irregular bundles or stacking problems to the 1st Assistant or Operator.
• Perform periodic quality pulls: inspect boxes for correct fold, glue placement, score quality, print registration, and dimensional accuracy using basic gauges and visual checks.
• Document quality inspection results on the job quality log per SOP; escalte defects or inconsistencies immediately rather than allowing continued production.
• Feed sheets into the machine infeed as directed during startup or low-crew conditions, following all infeed safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area: clear scrap, waste, and trim from the machine line throughout the shift.
• Assist with minor changeover tasks as directed: removing and staging dies, ink canisters, and print plates under Operator supervision.
• Communicate production counts, downtime events, and quality concerns to the 1st Assistant or Operator in real time.
• Participate in end-of-shift cleanup and machine housekeeping routines.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma/GED required.
• No prior manufacturing experience required; corrugated or packaging experience is a plus.
• Ability to read a job ticket and match box dimensions, board grade, and print description to physical product.
• Basic math skills: able to count bundles, verify counts against job ticket, and identify quantity discrepancies.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; ability to communicate clearly with team members in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual in Mandarin a plus
• Punctual, consistent, and coachable — this role advances based on demonstrated reliability and willingness to learn.

• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and stacking of corrugated bundles up to 50 lbs.
• Standing and…