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Cardboard Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

MFG GENERAL HELP

Newark, OH

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

... of cardboard - Assist in hand-packing and hand-stacking product/cases onto pallets - Safely operate cardboard baler, bottle bagger/de-bagger and other equipment - Empty and dispose of outdated ...

Warehouse Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19.18 - $21.31/hr

Ensuring the warehouse is clean and organized daily by managing trash bins, bailing discarded cardboard, organizing stock and ensuring workspaces are free of hazards. Qualifications * High school ...

Warehouse Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19.18 - $21.31/hr

Ensuring the warehouse is clean and organized daily by managing trash bins, bailing discarded cardboard, organizing stock and ensuring workspaces are free of hazards. Qualifications * High school ...

Warehouse Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19.18 - $21.31/hr

Ensuring the warehouse is clean and organized daily by managing trash bins, bailing discarded cardboard, organizing stock and ensuring workspaces are free of hazards. Qualifications * High school ...

Warehouse Associate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19.18 - $21.31/hr

Ensuring the warehouse is clean and organized daily by managing trash bins, bailing discarded cardboard, organizing stock and ensuring workspaces are free of hazards. Qualifications * High school ...

Sanitation Worker

Columbus, OH

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Remove cardboard, trash bags, inedible from processing rooms * Use high and low pressure water wash systems with water temperature between 120-140F * Use proper detergent and sanitizing chemicals ...

Forklift Operator

Syracuse, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Manually sort and bale trash, plastic, Styrofoam, wood and cardboard. Prepare recycle materials for transport by palletize, wrapping, and loading. Prepare shipment loads and move recycle containers ...

Forklift Operator

Syracuse, OH · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Manually sort and bale trash, plastic, Styrofoam, wood and cardboard. Prepare recycle materials for transport by palletize, wrapping, and loading. Prepare shipment loads and move recycle containers ...

Stocker

Plain City, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from the sales floor. Operates cardboard baler and trash compactor. * Helps ...

Stocker

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from the sales floor. Operates cardboard baler and trash compactor. * Helps ...

Stocker

Centerville, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from the sales floor. Operates cardboard baler and trash compactor. * Helps ...

Stocker

Centerville, OH · On-site

$13.50 - $17/hr

Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from the sales floor. Operates cardboard baler and trash compactor. * Helps ...

Stocker

Avon, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $15.75/hr

Pulls loose cardboard and slip-sheets from floor. Clears the sales floor of debris and sweeps. Removes empty pallets from the sales floor. Operates cardboard baler and trash compactor. * Helps ...

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How much do cardboard jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardboard in Ohio is $14.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.99 and $14.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by cardboard production workers?

Cardboard Production Workers often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent product quality while meeting high production quotas and performing repetitive tasks efficiently. They may also have to adapt quickly to changes in machinery or production schedules, and ensure compliance with strict safety regulations. Working in a fast-paced, sometimes noisy manufacturing environment requires strong attention to detail and effective communication with team members. Overcoming these challenges is essential for contributing to a smooth production process and achieving team goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the cardboard position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cardboard Production Worker, you generally need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a strong understanding of quality control in a manufacturing environment. Familiarity with automated cutting machines, safety protocols, and sometimes forklift certification are typically required. Teamwork, reliability, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that enhance performance in this role. These skills ensure efficient production, adherence to safety standards, and the delivery of quality cardboard products to clients.

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Infographic showing various Cardboard job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 38% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,771 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Responsible for effectively performing a variety of positions throughout the facility in a safe, effective, and accurate manner while following procedures and processes, and maintaining and improving the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Clean all equipment properly and timely to ensure safe quality products
- Operate all clean in place (CIP) and clean out of place (COP) systems as necessary
- Clean machinery, facility structures such as racking, windows, walls and exterior of plant
- Ensure all chemicals, buckets and pumps are properly tagged according to safety requirements
- Complete routine paperwork and data entry
- Assist machine operators in gathering production supplies, packaging materials and loading equipment, including dumping boxes and lifting stacks of cardboard
- Assist in hand-packing and hand-stacking product/cases onto pallets
- Safely operate cardboard baler, bottle bagger/de-bagger and other equipment
- Empty and dispose of outdated product in accordance with established guidelines
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
- Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
- Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
- Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum
Must be at least 18 years of age
Flexible to work any shift as needed
Strong planning and organizational skills
Effective oral/written communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines with limited supervision
Selfmotivated and selfdirected
Desired
High School Diploma or GED 
3+ years manufacturing experience