Machine Operator 3rd (6469)

NICE-PAK PRODUCTS LLC•Mooresville, IN

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Nice-Pak Products, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator for its Mooresville, Indiana location. This safety-sensitive role supports daily production results for an assigned Value Stream, including objectives for safety, quality, service, OEE, waste, and continuous improvement. The operator tends one or more machines that perform wet-wipe converting or packaging functions, such as splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing. With assistance, the operator makes functional adjustments, follows changeover procedures, and operates equipment to meet manufacturing and quality targets. The role involves reporting defective materials, finished goods, or questionable conditions; maintaining a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with safety and cGMP requirements; and collaborating with Machine Operators and support departments. The position includes certification levels with progressively broader responsibilities. VSOP1-certified operators troubleshoot basic issues, identify problems and improvement opportunities, and help train less-skilled operators. VSOP2-certified operators perform prescribed preventive maintenance, machine setups, and advanced troubleshooting, and coach others. Subject Matter Trainers (SMTs) help train new associates, support continuous improvement and 5S, maintain training documentation and materials, assist with progress reports, and lead in their assigned SMT area. The posting describes eligibility and continued-eligibility requirements for these certifications. The role requires frequent interaction and cooperation with other operators, customers, teams, leadership, and support departments. Operators are expected to accept feedback, adapt to a high-performance team environment, and provide help where needed. Physical work includes standing, bending, stooping, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, handling, and writing during shifts of up to 12 hours. The operator must safely navigate production areas with varying textures, temperatures, and lines of sight.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (high school diploma or GED).
At least six months on the requested asset.
Good communication skills.
Ability to train other Machine Operators while maintaining their self-esteem.
Ability to work in a team-focused environment.
Must be familiar with basic machine operations and willing to participate in training and receive frequent feedback.
Must be able to safely and physically and visually navigate the production floor and assigned work areas, including areas with varying texture, temperature, and line of sight.
For VSOP1 certification: complete the 90-day introductory period if a new hire, and complete asset training documentation, the On-the-Job Checklist, and the 15 Day Run form.
For VSOP2 certification: complete asset training documentation, the On-the-Job Checklist, and the 15 Day Run form.
For SMT eligibility: be VSOP1-certified or above on the designated asset; have no active written warnings on file, excluding written attendance; have fewer than 8 attendance points at application; and complete 10 hours of SMT training within 6 months of becoming an SMT.
To remain eligible as an SMT: receive no final performance or attendance warnings after accepting the position and maintain fewer than 8 attendance points.

Nice To Haves

Machine operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Support daily production results for the assigned Value Stream and meet objectives for safety, quality, service, OEE, waste, and continuous improvement.
Tend one or more machines performing wet-wipe converting or packaging functions, including splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing.
Make functional machine adjustments with assistance so products meet specifications and quality attributes.
Operate machines and perform necessary duties to meet manufacturing and quality targets.
Detect, record, and report defective materials, finished goods, or questionable conditions to the Production Coordinator and Quality Assurance.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with prescribed safety and cGMP regulations.
Follow the changeover checklist and perform assigned-asset changeovers within required time constraints, with assistance.
Accept feedback and assistance, work effectively with operators and support departments, and provide help to others as needed.
For VSOP1 certification, perform basic troubleshooting, identify problems and continuous-improvement opportunities, and train or job-shadow less-skilled operators on basic functions.
For VSOP2 certification, perform prescribed preventive maintenance and machine setups, conduct advanced troubleshooting, and coach others.
As a Subject Matter Trainer, train new associates, support continuous improvement and 5S, ensure current VMSs and training folders are available, maintain and sign off training documents, assist with 15-, 30-, and 45-day progress reports, and lead in the assigned SMT area with the Process Engineer group.