Machine Assistant - 1st shift

Opus Packaging - Wabash is a premier packaging company and supplier of corrugated products.   Our philosophy and values are the backbone of Opus, but it’s our employees who bring them to life. We know that the most important component of a thriving business is a thriving team. 

We are currently searching for machine assistants for 1st shift hours are 6:00am - 2:30pm, Monday through Friday.  As a Production Associate you can expect to produce corrugated or chip packaging products for our customers in coherence with promoting the corporate vision, mission statement, and core values.

Opus Packaging is pleased to provide a competitive medical, vision, dental insurance package along with company paid life insurance for you and your family.  We also offer 401k, PTO, production bonus, safety bonus program and safety shoe reimbursement.  

What you need to be successful at Opus Packaging:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedural documents.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Work safely.

It’d be great if you also have:

• Previous experience in warehouse or packaging environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to properly use and understand the required measurement equipment including tape measures, micrometers, and other tools as required by specific jobs. 

During a normal workday you can expect to:

• Bend, reach, stoop, squat and stand for 8 hours.
• Have good hand - eye coordination. 
• Occasional lifting of 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 10-20 pounds. 
• Understand machine set-up, machine runs, plant data entry, handwork, or assembly assignments.

As part of the Opus team, you’ll never be treated like just a number. We’re a family and we are honored by everyone who chooses to join us. In addition to delivering the best possible products to our customers, we strive to create the best possible work environment for our team.  At Opus we invest in each other and in our communities.  Apply today and grow with us!