Job Summary

We are seeking a Production Equipment Assistant for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Houston, TX. This hands-on manufacturing role supports the production of cartons, boxes, and other paperboard products in an active warehouse environment.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys fast-paced production work, teamwork, and building practical equipment operations experience. The work environment is safety-focused, team-oriented, and supportive, with production leadership focused on quality, productivity, continuous improvement, and long-term growth. Candidates who are dependable, motivated, and interested in developing a career in manufacturing operations are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist machine operators with equipment used to produce cartons, boxes, and other paperboard products.
- Load paper into machines, feed equipment, and support setup tasks, including mounting and removing print plates.
- Place top sheets on move tracks and assist with material handling throughout the production process.
- Clean machines and maintain work areas in a safe, organized, and production-ready condition.
- Support daily production goals by helping reduce downtime, minimize waste, and maintain quality standards.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements while completing assigned tasks.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $30,000 to $37,180 per year.
- Job type: Temp-to-Hire.
- Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, with 8-hour work shifts and a 40-hour work week.
- Friday schedule: 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
- Saturday schedule: 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM or 2:30 PM, as needed.
- Frequent overtime may be available, including Saturdays, depending on production needs.
- Safety goggles and ear protection are mandatory and provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.