Day Shift Assistant Operator

Pregis•Arlington, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA. Assistant Operator (Operator I) 📍 Location: Arlington, TX 🕒 Schedule: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM (12-hour shifts, overtime as needed) Join Pregis and help us protect what matters! We’re looking for a motivated Operator I (Assistant Operator) to support our production team in delivering high-quality packaging solutions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to grow your technical and leadership skills, this is the role for you.

Requirements

Experience: 5–7 years in a manufacturing or converting environment (or equivalent education/experience).
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Strong technical skills with press controls, splicer, gluer, label applicators, and tension systems.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for long periods, and work in warm, humid conditions.
A team player who communicates respectfully and adapts to a continuous improvement culture.

Responsibilities

Operate and set up full converting lines and finishing equipment to meet quality and productivity standards.
Ensure jobs run smoothly by reading job tickets, verifying components, and resolving issues quickly.
Perform minor mechanical adjustments and maintain accurate job counts.
Train team members when needed and promote a positive, safety-first culture.
Keep work areas clean and organized according to Pregis SOPs.