Machine Operator

Brightstar Lottery•Lakeland, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Folder and Rewind Operator, you will support Brightstar Lottery's secure, high-speed production operations by setting up and operating rewind equipment that converts printed lottery ticket webs into finished, compliant rolls or stacks for downstream finishing and packaging. You will help maintain product quality, equipment performance, documentation accuracy, and safe production flow while working 12-hour shifts based on production needs. This role will be located onsite in Lakeland, Florida.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Hands-on machine operation experience and strong mechanical aptitude.
Experience using hand tools, reading job specifications, and performing accurate visual inspections.
Knowledge of safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-based production environment.
Ability to work 12-hour production shifts based on operational needs.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with press operations, printing equipment, rewind or finishing equipment, packaging machinery, or web-handling processes.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate rewind equipment according to job tickets, including cores, web threading, tension, width, counts, sensors, and guards.
Monitor product quality at line speed, including fold, score, perforation alignment, cut accuracy, print quality, and material flow.
Adjust tension, nip, guides, and edge alignment to maintain a steady web path and prevent breaks, wrinkling, or telescoping.
Identify material feed issues, equipment concerns, and quality defects, escalating promptly to supervisors.
Clear jams, remove scrap or misfed materials safely, and maintain an organized work area around assigned stations.
Count, bundle, strap, label, and stage finished rolls or stacks for transfer to Finishing or Packaging.
Support press operations as directed, including basic thread-up assistance and material staging.
Perform other duties as assigned.