Machine Operator

Veritiv • Union City, CA

11d

About The Position

The Machine Operator safely and efficiently operates and sets up machines for production jobs, providing technical and labor support to production areas as needed. The role ensures products meet quality and customer specifications and are ready for shipment. It works in a production environment using standard equipment, with exposure to loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles. The employee regularly talks, hears, sees, walks, and stands while operating machinery. The role may require lifting, twisting, pushing, pulling, and carrying items weighing from a few ounces up to 150 pounds, with assistance when needed, and using pallet jacks or forklifts for skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds if certified. The hourly rate is $26.90 per the CBA.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of related job experience.
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to work independently and with a crew or team.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to walk and stand while operating a machine.
• Ability to lift, twist, push, pull, and carry items weighing from a few ounces up to 150 pounds, with assistance when needed.
• Ability to utilize pallet jacks or forklifts for skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds if certified.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines for each job according to customer specifications and quality requirements, meet internal and external deadlines, and follow safety policies and regulations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs when needed.
• Participate in the company's continuous improvement process by identifying ways to improve systems and reduce process costs.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, job tickets, procedure manuals, and other written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form documents to run machine jobs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure jobs are produced and shipped correctly.
• Perform other assigned duties, including assisting other departments and working on special projects.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a health savings account
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Extensive training opportunities
• Professional development programs
• Career pathing and mentorship opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, and a recognition platform

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED