material handler

machine operator

shift leader

tool and die maker

forklift operator

Malnove Packaging

I was their top coordinator in the banding area, worked there for a year getting them great numbers every day, when covid came around they wanted me to get tested, I went to get tested and a doctor was at the door to the hospital making sure people were ok to come in the hospital, he told me I had no symptoms, and my breathing sounded good therefore no need for the test, I went back to work, two days later they told me I needed a test to be positive, right as I was in line waiting for an hour to get my test the next day they called and fired me for not having been tested two days prior even though the doctor had cleared me, they don’t give a care about their people they only care about numbers, I worked very very hard for them making good friends with the people I worked with and they treated me like I was nothing more than a machine, I would not recommend working here, also to add, they had us all working together in a small factory when covid began and all the upper management went on vacation for weeks trying to stay away from covid, they really don’t care

They offer very little security in your job future as they will not give much feed back and if they do it is mostly negative. They have a huge amount of job turnover due to the work environment. They have been working to change that but the overall management team is not on board 100% of the time. The whole company has issues when it involves following their handbook policies and everyday procedures. They change to what suits management best on that particular day.
Pay is not as great as they say and their pay scale is all over depending on how bad they need you at the time. The employees on the floor doing all the work are great with a few exceptions. This could be a great place to work if plant and corporate management would change their attitude toward their employees by action and not the fake words they enjoy telling you. I would be afraid to put my trust in them for my future. Work you like slaves and compensation does not match the work.

An average day at Malnove consisted of 8-12 hours a day,,, 5-6 days a week. I learned alot with this company. I started in an entry level position with the Flexo Department. After 3 years I was able to go into the Operator training program. By the 4th year I had my own crew which consisted of 4 people. In my 6th year the Flexo Department had to down size their head count. I then went into the Bobst Die Cutting Department. In this department I was trained on how to run a bobst 130 and a 142cer. Through my 8 year experience at Malnove I would say most all employees got along with one another if not friends outside of work. As far as management goes, its hard to put a review in since management was changing almost yearly. The hardest part of the job had to be trying to maintain a 90 -100% production speed average for the month; and assure all product was 100% for all quality features. Some runs would consist of 24 die positions and have 11 - 13 features to check every 15 minutes. The most enjoyable part of the job was the night I set the production record in an 8 hour period.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part is the people I work with. Company recognizes your hard work and others .

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Sometimes there is a lot to try and get done in a limited amount of time. Part of the problem was not having enough people, but that is changing, and we are getting good workers.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Everyone is friendly and upper management is always available. They, management, are very good at keeping you informed on how the company is doing, where the company needs improvement, its successes, and where it’s goals are. All upper management have an open door policy.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
As a material handler/yard driver, I load and unload trailers, move trailers from the main plant to our warehouse and back. Sometimes moving products, roll stock, chemicals etc. I load and deal with customers who are picking up loads and deliver loads.

Hard work dedication confident   And pride at work . Responsible  accurate and pressence of mind is the first thing that i learned  . Management are so supportive for those who has potencial   and skills  . Hardest part of the job is  your always pressure to to meet the expectation   Of your lead and manager who  trust and believe in your  ability and skills  doing your  job The most enjoyable  part of job  was. they always appriciate  you  value  you  part of a team

Malnove is a great company. I really enjoyed my tenure there. Being a small, family owned business has both advantages, and disadvantages. While Malnove is the largest independently owned folding carton manufacturer in the United States, because of this, the competition with larger entities increases sales, and manufacturing demands daily.This creates an enormous demand on the higher levels of management, as well as the plant level management. Advantages are the ability to be a part of something great. Develop, and create a very prosperous future through autonomy, and the opportunities for growth throughout all levels. I would not hesitate to recommend Malnove to any colleague, or anyone who is interested in advancing their career.

First of all it is Super hot and its dusty, all of the cartons have dirt on them the printing area is always messing up and they blow the machines off and there go's dust on the product & the manager is a puppet on a string they don't care if you have a family emergency if you leave during a family emergency they give you points and you only get 10 points, not very professional at all its a very toxic environment the workers are very self centered they will try to get you fired if they don't like you just to mention the place has a very high turn over rate 86 people quit last year that's because they promise you raises and the raises suck 20 cents here 15 cents there..not very good place to work people quit on their first we all the time they can't keep workers so go ahead and try it you will ruin your life.

The typical day would start with a team meeting by the bulletin board near the production floor where we would see where we were placed for the day and what are goals were for the day.
I learned that if you work in a team you have to be a team player. 
The management was great, if you had any questions or issues you could bring it up to them and they would see to it promptly.
My co-workers would help each other out in any situation. We could always rely on each other.
The hardest part of the job was keeping up with the machines, sometimes they would go into overdrive if the operator did not watch the gauges.
The most enjoyable part was working with my team mates/co-workers. They kept things running great.

Malnove is a customized , premium quality manufacturer of folding cartons and packaging . It is a family owned company which has been in business for over 65 years. A typical sales day is calling on food packaging , toiletry , medical device and other companies areas buyers to learn about their packaging needs. The culture is open , family oriented and flexible. The job is demanding however and goals are set high. The best part of job is meeting new people and challenging myself to get them to order our manufacturing services .

I believe that malnove was a great place to work. Um could probably use some management adjustment. They're big about being a family. But some management within dont think that way. And are all about covering themselves. Than the overall picture. My growth within was fantastic. And learning everything there was to possibly learn. Take that extra step and mile was worth it to me. But in the end wasn't to others. I believe this company is a great place to work if. You're strong minded eager to work type of person. And willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Material handler 9 salaries reported	$20.81 per hour
Machine operator 5 salaries reported	$22.40 per hour
Shift leader 1 salary reported	$29.00 per hour
Tool and die maker 1 salary reported	$23.25 per hour
Forklift operator 2 salaries reported	$24.09 per hour

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