Machine Operator

ProAmpac•White House, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

ProAmpac is hiring a Machine Operator at its White House, Tennessee facility. The role maintains and operates production machinery in a safety-oriented flexible packaging environment. This is a hands-on position requiring prior machine operating experience, including machine setup, calibration, and technical troubleshooting. The operator prepares and adjusts machines for scheduled production orders, monitors product quality, and maintains the machine and adjacent work area. The listed pay range is up to $26 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of machine operating experience in a related industry.
Machine operating experience, including machine setup, calibration, and technical troubleshooting.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read measuring tools.
Work experience with computers and other business equipment.
Complete Safety Orientation, Departmental Safety Training, and OSHA Standards Training.
Complete annual Hazardous Waste Management training provided by ProAmpac.
Ability to work a rotating 2-2-3 schedule on 12-hour shifts; listed options are nights from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. or days from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

Maintain overall machine operation.
Verify each scheduled production order before beginning setup.
Order components based on shop order requirements.
Perform machine setups and adjustments as required.
Unwrap, trim, and prepare rolls for shafting.
Maintain adequate glue levels in pans, drums, or the hot melt applicator hopper.
Prepare as much as possible for the next scheduled order.
Maintain and clean the machine and adjacent area as required.
Perform first-article inspections at bag setups and 30-minute bag teardowns, along with other quality procedures such as visual checks and adjustments.
Inform management of substandard materials and apparent mechanical or electrical repairs needed.