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Menasha

Packaging design, manufacturing, and fulfillment services

Flexo and Rotary Operator

Full-Time
CA$24/hr
Junior
Brampton, ON, Canada
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • Demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
  • Have good color perception.
  • Have knowledge of inks and solvent characteristics and their effects in different uses.
  • Be flexible to work various shifts as schedules and workload change.
  • Have high school mathematics, reading, and writing skills.
  • Be able to read measuring tape and calipers with speed and accuracy.
  • Be able to calculate figures and amounts, including percentages, measurement, volume, and rate.
  • Have working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product drawings, layouts, production specifications, and product quality specifications.
  • Have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Have at least 6 months of experience in the rotary die cutting industry, or at least 6 months of manufacturing experience operating and setting up automatic or semi-automatic equipment.
  • Be able to stand for 8 hours.
  • Be able to use hands to grasp rolls of paper product and position them into the feed end of the press.
  • Be able to push and pull skids of product using a pallet jack frequently during the shift, with measured peak force of 64 pounds and sustained force of 35 pounds.
  • Be able to reach above shoulder height at times to remove items from shelving units.
  • Be able to lift a maximum of 85 pounds.
  • Perform frequent bending, lifting, and walking.
Responsibilities
  • Perform all activities associated with running rotary die presses, including setup, operation, inspection, cleanup, and recommending operational improvements.
  • Perform make-ready and operate the flexographic printing press efficiently.
  • Determine the best manufacturing method to produce product efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintain high efficiency according to established rates during operation of the assigned press.
  • Stage stock in preparation for the next roll change.
  • Install the proper inks in the correct press units and maintain ink levels during the press run.
  • Adjust the press throughout the run to maintain position and registration.
  • Assist with the removal, replacement, and maintenance of rollers, dies, and other press-related items.
  • Troubleshoot and make decisions regarding finished-product quality.
  • Complete required quality inspections and paperwork.
  • Work with peers and other departments to improve quality and performance.
  • Participate in maintenance, submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs, and maintain cleanliness of the assigned press and surrounding work area.
  • Contribute to overtime needs to meet customer demands.
  • Provide informal leadership to the Flexo Helper or Second Pressman to accomplish production objectives.
  • Actively participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives.
  • Ensure and support compliance with food safety, quality, HACCP, and Good Manufacturing Practices requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in the rotary die cutting industry for at least 6 months.
  • At least 6 months of manufacturing experience operating and setting up automatic or semi-automatic equipment.

About the company

Menasha Packaging Company, LLC provides graphic consumer packaging, merchandising solutions, contract packaging and fulfillment services, corrugated packaging, food packaging, and shipping containers across North America. It runs a network of design studios, sales/service centers, manufacturing plants, and fulfillment facilities to design, produce, and deliver packaging that protects, moves, and promotes products. Its differentiated approach comes from its broad, integrated offering—covering design, manufacturing, packaging, and logistics—across a large North American footprint, allowing it to handle end-to-end packaging needs. The company aims to help customers protect, move, and promote their products better than others, offering a one-stop solution for packaging and related services.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Neenah, Wisconsin

Founded

1849

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Tina M. Seashore became CHRO on August 5, 2024, strengthening execution.
  • The 2024 $50 million preprint hub added automation, robotics, and 25-30 Fox Valley jobs.
  • Richmond expansion positions Menasha for higher-volume retail packaging demand across North America.

What critics are saying

  • ORBIS closed Menasha in March 2025, cutting 109 jobs and consolidating into Texas.
  • Menasha Packaging laid off 271 Illinois workers while outsourcing jobs and closing a plant.
  • Repeated plant shutdowns signal portfolio pruning that can trigger customer churn and labor instability.

What makes Menasha unique

  • Menasha's Neenah preprint hub investment doubled North American capacity in 2024.
  • Richmond, Indiana's $70 million modernization created premier corrugating, printing, and converting scale.
  • Menasha's nationwide network ships graphic packaging across all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico.

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Benefits

  • Professional Development Budget

Company News

Find a Distributor
Sep 9th, 2024
Seashore Joins Menasha Corp

Menasha Corporation recently named Tina M. Seashore executive vice president and chief human resources officer.

Yahoo Finance
Sep 4th, 2024
Menasha Packaging invests $50m in North American preprint capabilities

In March this year, Menasha Packaging announced a $70m investment to expand its operations in Richmond, Indiana, US.

Lesprom Network
Sep 3rd, 2024
Menasha Packaging invests in new preprint hub in Wisconsin

Menasha Packaging invests in new preprint hub in Wisconsin.

Find a Distributor
Jun 3rd, 2024
Menasha Named Mega Manufacturer

Menasha Corporation, a sustainable corrugated and reusable plastic packaging manufacturer, has been awarded the Grand Award for Mega Manufacturer of the Year by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in the 35th Annual Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) Awards.

The Business Journals
Oct 18th, 2023
Wisconsin packaging company to outsource jobs, close a plant and lay off hundreds in Illinois

Menasha Packaging Co., a Neenah-based manufacturer of packaging, display merchandising and signage, is laying off 271 people across several of its Illinois facilities as it outsources some jobs and closes a plant.