Machine Operator

VIVOS HOLDINGS•Mooresville, IN

5d•$25 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

Nice-Pak Products, Inc. is seeking an Operator in Training at 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 position works primarily with other Machine Operators and also interacts with support departments such as Quality, Shipping & Logistics, Maintenance, and Human Resources. The operator tends one or more machines that perform converting or packaging functions for wet wipe products, including splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing. With assistance, the operator makes functional adjustments, follows changeover procedures, and performs work to meet manufacturing and quality targets. The role also includes identifying and reporting defects or questionable conditions and maintaining a clean, sanitary work environment in accordance with safety and cGMP requirements. Employees are expected to learn basic machine operations, accept feedback and assistance, adapt to a high-performance team environment, and help teammates as needed. The posting also describes certification paths for Machine Operators: VSOP1, VSOP2, and Subject Matter Trainer (SMT). These involve progressively greater troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, setup, coaching, training, and continuous-improvement responsibilities, subject to the stated eligibility requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Good communication skills.
Ability to train other Machine Operators while maintaining their self-esteem.
Ability to work in a team-focused environment.
Ability to perform physical tasks including constant bending, standing, stooping, and walking for up to 12 hours per shift; occasional-to-frequent lifting of 23–48 pounds; frequent pushing and pulling of 32 pounds, including overhead motions; occasional climbing of step stools and crossovers; and occasional-to-frequent reaching, handling, and writing.
Ability to physically and visually navigate the production floor and assigned work areas safely, 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 the asset training documentation, On-the-Job Checklist, and 15 Day Run form.
For VSOP2 certification, complete the asset training documentation, On-the-Job Checklist, and 15 Day Run form.
For SMT eligibility, be VSOP1 certified or above on the designated asset, have no active written warnings other than written attendance warnings, 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, avoid final performance or attendance warnings and maintain fewer than 8 attendance points.

Nice To Haves

Machine operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support daily production results for the assigned Value Stream and targeted safety, quality, service, OEE, waste, and continuous-improvement objectives.
Tend one or more machines performing wet-wipe converting or packaging functions, such as splicing, converting, wrapping, lid application, and palletizing.
Make functional machine adjustments with assistance so products meet specifications and quality attributes.
Operate machines and perform required 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 changeovers on designated equipment within required time constraints, with assistance.
Interact effectively with Machine Operators, support departments, customers, other teams, and leadership; flow to work to provide help to others.
For VSOP1 certification: troubleshoot and problem-solve basic issues with minimal assistance, identify problems and improvement opportunities, and train or job-shadow less-skilled operators on basic functions.
For VSOP2 certification: perform prescribed preventative maintenance, machine setup, coaching, and advanced troubleshooting.
For Subject Matter Trainer certification: participate in training new associates, maintain and sign off on training documents, assist with progress reports, coordinate with Process Trainers on training materials, and support continuous improvement and KPIs in the assigned area.