Machine Operator (Packer)

Cenveo, a world leader in the management and distribution of print and related offerings, is seeking a Machine Operator to work out of our Dallas, Texas location. This position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, and the ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 months of experience in manufacturing. The Machine Operator will work under general supervision to operate automatic hand-fed or web envelope folding machines to produce finished products in a team environment. The role involves inspecting the quality of envelopes and reporting any variances to adjusters or supervisors. The operator will check current production orders and schedules to determine daily production requirements and pack the required envelopes accordingly. Additionally, the operator may provide training and assistance to lesser skilled operators. The primary duties and responsibilities of the Machine Operator include receiving production orders and ensuring that adequate cartons or boxes are available at the line. The operator will notify the material handler if additional cartons are needed for the packing run. They will feed blanks into the machine, visually inspect the product for defects, and report any defects to the machine adjuster immediately. In case of a line jam, the operator is responsible for shutting off the machine, clearing minor jams, or calling the machine adjuster. The operator will pack items in designated boxes and cartons according to customer orders, place identification labels on cartons, and report production on the production report. They will also report any malfunctions of assigned equipment or any major incidences of defective products or packing materials to the folding machine adjuster or supervisor. The operator may train new machine operators, perform rework on finished products, work on auxiliary equipment, and act as a utility person during breaks or meals. Maintaining a clean work area during and at the end of the shift is also part of the job. Physical requirements for this position include the ability to keep up with high-speed delivery output while standing for a full shift, mental alertness to stop equipment when a jam occurs, and the ability to step up, reach overhead, and manually feed blanks into the machine. The role requires regular standing, walking, carrying, climbing, and reaching, as well as the ability to lift up to 55 pounds. Manual dexterity is required to grasp objects, and there is exposure to noise, necessitating the use of hearing protection and safety shoes.