BAG MACHINE OPERATOR C

Inteplast Group•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Bag Machine Operator C operates and maintains paper bag machinery to produce high-quality bags. The role includes setting up, monitoring, and troubleshooting the production process to ensure efficient manufacturing and compliance with quality standards. The operator maintains production records, follows safety procedures, works with production, quality control, and maintenance colleagues, and participates in continuous improvement activities. The position works in a manufacturing environment that may include indoor and outdoor areas, varying hot and cold temperatures, and noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Willingness to work a 2-2-3 schedule with 12-hour shifts and planned day/night rotation.
Ability and willingness to routinely lift up to 50 pounds.
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Basic computer skills for data entry and machine control interface operations.
Consistent, dependable attendance and willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
Ability to manage job-related stress effectively and foster productive workplace interactions.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a machine operator in paper bag manufacturing or a similar manufacturing role.

Responsibilities

Set up and calibrate paper bag machinery according to product specifications and production requirements.
Adjust machine temperature, speed, pressure, and other settings to achieve optimal production conditions.
Inspect bags for defects such as tears, misprints, and improper sealing, and adjust machinery to maintain quality standards.
Audit quality tests using electronic machines and visual inspections to ensure product quality and conformance to close tolerances.
Diagnose and resolve production issues such as jams and malfunctions to minimize downtime.
Perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments and report mechanical or electrical problems to the maintenance department.
Maintain accurate production records, including quantities produced, downtime, and manufacturing issues.
Report deviations from standard operating procedures and work with appropriate personnel to address them.
Follow safety protocols and procedures and promptly report safety concerns or incidents.
Collaborate with machine operators, quality control personnel, and maintenance staff to optimize production efficiency.
Relieve team members during lunches and breaks and provide technical assistance as needed.
Fill in during the absence of the B Operator.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.