Little Rapids Corporation (LRC) is looking for Material Handlers at our Nexxa Plant in Green Bay, WI! What do we have to offer?

Climate controlled environment!
$0 premium health insurance plan & company HSA Contribution!
6% 401k Match!
$20 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience) + $1.00 night shift premium (if applicable)
Earn $50,000 - $60,000+ in your first year!
LRC is headquartered in Green Bay at our Graham location and has three divisions – Shawano Specialty Papers, Graham Professional, and Nexxa – Print Division. Nexxa is a flexographic printing plant that supplies printed film, paper, and nonwovens to the retail towel and tissue category, as well as medical, commercial, and industrial industries.
Work Location & Schedule
Location: 2970 Walker Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311
Schedule: 12-hour 2-2-3 non-rotating schedule
Responsibilities

Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.
Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts to include Kaizen, 5S and other events, as required of this position.  This includes activities to this specific position/department, as well as company-wide initiatives.
Operate forklift and clamp truck to take finished goods away from press, lay down raw stock (paper or poly rolls) for next shift, return product or rolls of stock to warehouse, and receive customer owned material.
Operate wrapper/wrap machine to wrap finished goods by following customer specification guidelines and stage product in warehouse.
Complete and maintain records for example;
ensuring “return to inventory” tags are initialed and filled out by operators before returning product to warehouse;
applying customer color coded label during unloading before product is put in inventory;
forklift safety checks. 

Conduct incoming and outgoing trailer inspections for product damage and contamination and keeping proper records as needed.
Perform machine/forklift clean-ups as required.  Maintain a clean, organized, “set in order”, and “shine” environment in the work areas, i.e. sweeping dock area/warehouse, empty garbage cans, clean forklifts, assist operators with clean ups, etc.
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required (e.g. safety, quality, production, teams, informational, continuous improvement, and others as requested.
Troubleshoot forklift or clamp truck problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or team coaches. 
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
 Qualifications

Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within press operation and data systems, and operate a computer keyboard
Mathematical skills required to compute percentages, weights, and must be able to measure and calculate the supplies required to complete each job as scheduled
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.
Operate powered vehicles such as forklift and scissors lift, will need to be able to on and off the vehicle multiple times during the shift. Forklift and clamp truck certification
Manual dexterity and accurate eyesight, including color vision is required for workers.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and physical.
High school diploma/GED required.
Self-motivated, but also able to work as an effective team member.
Able to work 12- hour shifts and overtime as needed.
Physical Requirements:
Perform heavy work, defined as ability to lift up to 70 lb maximum with help, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs
Work around fast-moving machinery
Walk/stand, bending, stooping, working with hands majority of the time
Exposure to noise levels and will be required to wear various PPE items based on the task being performed, including, but not limited to, hearing protection, eye protection, hat or hair net, hi-vis vest, safety shoes, cut gloves, etc.

Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability w/company contributions
Competitive 401(k) Match
Paid-time off – Available Immediately!
Are you ready to join a growing company?! Apply and join Little Rapids – Nexxa Print Division today!
Equal Opportunity Employer (m/f/d/v/so)

Little Rapids Corporation (LRC) is looking for Press Assistants at our Nexxa Plant in Green Bay, WI! What do we have to offer?

Climate controlled environment!
$0 premium health insurance plan & company HSA Contribution!
6% 401k Match!
$20 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience) + $1.00 night shift premium (if applicable)
Earn $50,000 - $60,000+ in your first year!
LRC is headquartered in Green Bay at our Graham location and has three divisions – Shawano Specialty Papers, Graham Professional, and Nexxa – Print Division. Nexxa is a flexographic printing plant that supplies printed film, paper, and nonwovens to the retail towel and tissue category, as well as medical, commercial, and industrial industries.
Work Location & Schedule
Location: 2970 Walker Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311
Schedule: 12-hour 2-2-3 non-rotating schedule
Responsibilities

Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.
Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts to include Kaizen, 5S and other events, as required of this position. This includes activities to this specific position/department, as well as company-wide initiatives.
Assist operators with daily press operations to manufacture finished products that meet customer specifications and quality standards.
Maintain raw stock supplies (paper and film) for presses and load parent rolls on machine as needed
Ensure proper supplies are stocked for daily run schedule such as cores and core plugs
Maintain trim room, recyclable paper, EBL, Velcro, film to designated compactor
Perform machine clean-ups as required and maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
Identify and react to production problems such as, shortage of raw materials, safety issues, inventory issues, out of spec raw materials, quality concerns, etc.
Troubleshoot machine problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or plant supervisor.
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required, e.g. safety, quality, production, team, informational, etc.
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
 Qualifications

Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within press operation and data systems, and operate a computer keyboard
Mathematical skills required to compute percentages, weights, and must be able to measure and calculate the supplies required to complete each job as scheduled
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.
Operate powered vehicles such as forklift and scissors lift, will need to be able to on and off the vehicle multiple times during the shift. Forklift and clamp truck certification
Manual dexterity and accurate eyesight, including color vision is required for workers.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and physical.
High school diploma/GED required.
Self-motivated, but also able to work as an effective team member.
Able to work 12- hour shifts and overtime as needed.
Physical Requirements:
Perform heavy work, defined as ability to lift up to 70 lb maximum with help, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs
Work around fast-moving machinery
Walk/stand, bending, stooping, working with hands majority of the time
Exposure to noise levels and will be required to wear various PPE items based on the task being performed, including, but not limited to, hearing protection, eye protection, hat or hair net, hi-vis vest, safety shoes, cut gloves, etc.


Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability w/company contributions
Competitive 401(k) Match
Paid-time off – Available Immediately!
Are you ready to join a growing company?! Apply and join Little Rapids – Nexxa Print Division today!
Equal Opportunity Employer (m/f/d/v/so)

Little Rapids Corporation (LRC) is looking for Press Operators at our Nexxa Plant in Green Bay, WI! What do we have to offer?

Climate controlled environment!
$0 premium health insurance plan & company HSA Contribution!
6% 401k Match!
$25 - $35.00 per hour (based on experience) + $1.00 night shift premium (if applicable)
Earn $65,000 - $75,000+ in your first year!
LRC is headquartered in Green Bay at our Graham location and has three divisions – Shawano Specialty Papers, Graham Professional, and Nexxa – Print Division. Nexxa is a flexographic printing plant that supplies printed film, paper, and nonwovens to the retail towel and tissue category, as well as medical, commercial, and industrial industries.
Work Location & Schedule
Location: 2970 Walker Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311
Schedule: 12-hour 2-2-3 non-rotating schedule
Responsibilities

Comply with all safety regulations and company policies.
Ensure press is running at full capacity, while working to improve efficiencies, and producing quality product that meets customer specifications and demand.
Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts to include Kaizen, 5S and other events, as required of this position. This includes activities to this specific position/department, as well as company-wide initiatives.
Operate the press safely and identify unsafe work behaviors, areas and methods that have opportunities for improvement.
Complete and maintain accurate production records both manually and with computer systems to maintain inventory control.
Manufacture quality finished products that meet customer specifications and meet or exceed established production standards.
Perform required set-ups and changeovers as required including but not limited to;
Determining print job specifications and all activities relating to press set up, selecting proper Anilox rolls, printing stock and print sleeves, threading material into press, adjusting slitter knives, preparing inks for upcoming work order to match print deck location and ink up press, etc.
Run make ready rolls, check quality specifications, run machine and print, conduct quality checks as needed based on specifications and record in system, pull sample rolls and archive, properly label and tag finished and/or RTS rolls, collect retain samples, package rolls according to customer specifications and have product taken to warehouse.

Perform machine clean-ups as required and maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
Identify and react to production problems such as, shortage of raw materials, safety issues, inventory issues, out of spec raw materials, quality concerns, etc.
Troubleshoot machine problems and determine which problems need to escalate to maintenance and/or plant supervisor.
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions as required, e.g. safety, quality, production, team, informational, etc.
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
 Qualifications

Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within press operation and data systems, and operate a computer keyboard
Mathematical skills required to compute percentages, weights, and must be able to measure and calculate the supplies required to complete each job as scheduled
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.
Operate powered vehicles such as forklift and scissors lift, will need to be able to on and off the vehicle multiple times during the shift. Forklift and clamp truck certification.
Manual dexterity and accurate eyesight, including color vision is required for workers.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Ability to successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and physical.
High school diploma/GED required.
Self-motivated, but also able to work as an effective team member.
Able to work 12- hour shifts and overtime as needed
Physical Requirements:
Perform heavy work, defined as ability to lift up to 70 lb maximum with help, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 lbs
Work around fast-moving machinery
Walk/stand, bending, stooping, working with hands majority of the time
Exposure to noise levels and will be required to wear various PPE items based on the task being performed, including, but not limited to, hearing protection, eye protection, hat or hair net, hi-vis vest, safety shoes, cut gloves, etc.

Employee Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Short-term & Long-term Disability w/company contributions
Competitive 401(k) Match
Paid-time off – Available Immediately!
Are you ready to join a growing company?! Apply and join Little Rapids – Nexxa Print Division today!
Equal Opportunity Employer (m/f/d/v/so)

Basic Objective Statement:
Process Support in our specialty paper mill requires individuals to perform duties assigned in the manufacturing process to meet the established expectations of safety, quality, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
 
Safety Philosophy:
Little Rapids Corporation will manufacture products in a manner that respects the safety and health of our associates, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.  We believe that every associate plays critical role in creating a safe work environment by exhibiting personal safe behaviors.  To be successful as a company, we will have exemplary safety performance.
 
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Operate multiple work centers, roles, responsibilities and departments
Ensure safe work environment
Complete and maintain production records (manually and with computer system)
Manufacture quality finished products that meets specification
Perform manufacturing, packaging and shipping of customer orders
Participate in all functions associated with the operation of papermaking equipment.
Perform set-ups and changeovers on machines as required.
Perform machine clean-ups as required. 
Maintain a clean, organized environment.
Identify critical issues and respond appropriately
Assist in resolutions as needed
Attend and participate in meetings and training sessions
Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of shifts that involve all days and times of the week as needed.
Support and participate in continuous improvement efforts
All other assignments as assigned by management.
 
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.
 
Experience/Education:

High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.
 
Key Functional Competencies:

Basic computer skills
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language 
Effectively communicate with others
Follow and support established Mill policies and rules
 
Key Performance Competencies:

Ability to work 12 hour rotating shift weekends and holidays when scheduled.

Accomplishment of job responsibilities on a continual and timely basis
Regular attendance at work is required.
Ability to work during the week or on weekends is required.
 
Physical Requirements:
The ability to work in a normal manufacturing environment to include:  sitting, standing, or walking for long periods of time; climbing stairs; operating various standard office equipment; carrying paper documents/files; reaching; bending; crawling; speaking on the telephone; wearing required personal protection gear (i.e. hearing, eye and foot protection); tolerating loud noise (maximum of 95 dB); tolerating extreme heat, cold and dusty environment.
 
 
EOE including disability/veteran

Basic Position Objective Statement
Participate in all functions associated with the production, warehousing, and distribution of products.  Work on computer, order materials, do change overs, troubleshoot machine and keep machine running to established expectations
Safety Philosophy:
Little Rapids Corporation will manufacture products in a manner that respects the safety and health of our associates, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.  We believe that each Associate plays critical role in creating a safe work environment by exhibiting personal safe behaviors.  To be successful as a company, we will have exemplary safety performance.
Principal Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Safely and efficiently perform manufacturing, assembly, packaging and warehousing of product to meet customer demand which may include operation of paper converting machines and/or forklifts. This includes set-up, changeover and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot and respond to production issues timely, i.e., shortage of materials, inventory issues, out of spec raw materials, quality issues, equipment issues, etc.
Complete and maintain production records both manually and with computer systems.
Willingness and flexibility to work a variety of shifts that involve all days of the week as needed.  This includes ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as determined by the business.
All other assignments assigned by management.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all the “essential functions” for purposes of the ADA.
Knowledge, Education and Training Qualifications and Certifications:
High school graduate or GED equivalent required.
Must be at least 18 years old
Key Functional Competencies:
Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a paper converting environment.
Experience in warehousing/shipping environments is helpful.
Experience in quality management systems (FDA, ISO, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma, etc.) is helpful
Ability to use basic tools including wrenches, hammers, utility knives, screwdrivers, brooms, and measuring devices in rules and scales, etc., used in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.  (Such as machine operation instructions, safety instructions, etc.)
Key Performance Competencies:
Ability to perform basic computer operations such as email, data entry, navigation skills within system and desktop, etc.  
Able to work as an effective team member.
Must be able to communicate verbally through regular conversation in loud environments, and using appropriate hand signals (as needed)
Ability to prioritize and take initiative
Physical Requirements:
The ability to work safely in a normal manufacturing environment to include: sitting, standing for up to 12 hours, lifting or walking for long periods of time; climbing stairs; operating various standard office equipment; reaching; bending; crawling; speaking on the telephone; wearing required personal protection gear (i.e. hearing, eye, foot protection, gloves and hairnets); tolerating loud noise (exceeding 90 dB in areas); tolerating periodic exposure to temperatures; hot and cold, and dusty environments.
EOE including disability/veteran

Position Summary:
Provide strong financial analysis and support to the Sr. Finance business partners. Assist in the annual standard costing process. Help prepare financial results on a monthly basis, including commentary on variances to plan. Play an integral role in compiling the annual operating plan. Account for capital expenditures, monitor debt covenants and calculate volume rebates.
 
Objectives:

Monthly Financial Reporting
Present results at the WD5 meeting with senior management.
On a quarterly basis, assess inventory for reserves, LCM and obsolescence.
Assist with revenue and gross profit analysis and provide variance to plan and forecast explanations (i.e. volume vs. rate; customer vs. product mix; etc).
Monitor CapEx spend compared to plan & forecast and keep operations accountable to plan & forecast.

 

Price / Cost Reviews
Assist in preparing analysis on current cost structure and attend meetings with sales team to discuss any necessary pricing actions.

 

Quarterly forecasting
Partner with Sr. Finance business partners, sales and operations to assist in preparing quarterly forecasts.
Monitor targets and help communicate what is needed to achieve the forecast / plan.

 

Annual Operating Plan
Partner with Sr. Finance business partners to develop the sales plan for the following year.


Review consolidated results for alignment to 3-year strategic plan.
Other assignments as made by management.

 

General Accounting
Manage LRC’s capital procurement process. Understand LRC’s policy & guidelines around capital procurement, enter capital assets in ERP system & monthly/annual maintenance.
Monitor debt covenants on a regular basis. Report results to LRC’s bank as well as to senior management.
On a monthly, quarterly, annual basis track customer rebate performance in accordance with their agreements. Ensure contract compliance and that rebates are paid out in a timely manner.

 

Finance Systems Management
Own data uploads to Power BI and Adaptive.
Assist Sr. Finance business partners in determining areas for automation, standardization and efficiencies.
Review systematic rules and suggest areas for improvement.

 
Results:

Support Sr. Finance business partner with data to drive decision making at the division level.
Communicate variances to plan & forecast in a clear and concise manner to senior leadership.
Assist with the generation of the quarterly forecasts and annual operating plan in accordance with internal deadlines.
Drive consistency, accuracy and clarity in capex, debt covenant and rebate reporting processes.
Achieve subject matter expertise status on accounting systems and future AI implementations.
 
Actions:

Meet with Senior Finance business partners on a regular basis to assist with delivering financial results.
Work closely with operations to ensure capital plan spending is in line with the annual operating plan amount.
Maintain a high focus on automation, standardization and efficiency.
 
This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.