Plate Mounter (Entry-Level | Manufacturing – Day Shift, 2-2-3 Schedule)

Hoffmaster is an industry leader producing the most complete line of specialty single-use tabletop products for over 75 years. Hoffmaster competes in two distinct business segments – Foodservice and Consumer. Our products can be found in thousands of retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. As a customer centric company, we strive to deliver innovative solutions to both our customers and the ultimate end users of our products. This Innovation is a key part of what we do here at Hoffmaster, and we continue to drive the industry forward by investing in our employees and state-of-the-art technology.

Position: Plate Mounter (Entry-Level | Manufacturing – Day Shift, 2-2-3 Schedule)
Location: Clintonville, WI
Pay Rate: $18.00/hour
Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation (day shift)
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:
Looking to start your career in manufacturing? Join our team as a Plate Mounter — an entry-level role ideal for detail-oriented, self-motivated individuals ready to learn new skills and support our high-quality flexographic printing process. In this position, you'll work independently to prepare and mount printing plates that are essential for production. No prior experience is needed — just a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and no fear of heights.

What is a 2-2-3 Schedule?
The 2-2-3 schedule is a rotating 12-hour shift pattern that gives you every other weekend off while working just 14 days out of every 28. It looks like this:

Week 1:

• Work: Monday & Tuesday
• Off: Wednesday & Thursday
• Work: Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Week 2:

• Off: Monday & Tuesday
• Work: Wednesday & Thursday
• Off: Friday, Saturday & Sunday

This schedule offers a predictable routine and great work-life balance.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Cut or trim photopolymer print plates to correct size
• Set up and operate mounting equipment
• Cut and apply sticky back to printing sleeves
• Mount photopolymer printing plates to sleeves accurately
• Save, store, and retrieve printing plates using the computer system
• De-mount plates and return them to proper storage
• Place mounted sleeves at assigned staging areas
• Perform machine adjustments, including camera positioning
• Operate a vertical mast lift for plate retrieval (must be comfortable with heights)
• Maintain cleanliness of the machine, floor, and workspace daily
• Track material and rejected items in the system as required
• Order new printing plates and manage receipt and inventory
• Follow GMP and SQF food safety guidelines
• Perform daily safety checks and ensure guards/devices are in place
• Support a positive work environment and assist with training as needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Protective Gear Required:

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection
• Steel-toed shoes
• Gloves

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $18.00/hour
• Schedule: Day shift – 2-2-3 rotation (every other weekend off)
• 401(k): Automatic enrollment with company match (details at orientation)
• Paid Time Off:
• 11 paid holidays per year
• 24 hours of sick time annually (prorated in year of hire)
• 1 paid wellness day annually
• Insurance (starts 1st of the month after 30 days):
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company-paid Term Life Insurance (2x base salary)
• Company-paid AD&D Insurance (2x base salary)
• Company-paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Optional Supplemental Life Insurance (available for you and dependents)
• Extras:
• Company-sponsored events
• Employee recognition awards

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or experience in printing preferred, but not required
• Basic math and communication skills
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working at heights (plate retrieval requires elevated work platform)
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally and work on your feet for extended periods
• Willingness to learn, follow safety protocols, and work as part of a team

Interested?
Apply today or email kevin.yancey@hoffmaster.com for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to step into the world of manufacturing with a company that offers stability, hands-on training, and room to grow. If you're reliable, self-driven, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you!

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At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Physical and Mental wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more. Learn more about our Benefits at HoffmasterBenefits.com
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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