Operator: Weekend Days ($3/hr total premium)

Viaflex, Inc. • Brandon, SD

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About The Position

Viaflex is seeking an Operator Large Machines to operate production equipment and help produce film and sheeting products. Equipment may include extrusion, laminator, tarp, winder, and seal cart machines. The role involves handling materials, packaging finished material for shipment, monitoring machine and material conditions, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and learning machine setup and operation. Team members are expected to demonstrate Viaflex values and support the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The weekend shift carries a total premium of $3 per hour. The position primarily involves a normal office environment but may occasionally require work in production areas with noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Aptitude to learn mechanical skills.
• Ability to work as a team player, self-motivate, and work with minimal supervision.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work efficiently at a fast pace.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach.
• Ability to operate forklift, pallet mover, or hoist equipment; forklift certification may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous machine operation experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload material throughout production runs.
• Package material for shipment by cutting, wrapping, palletizing, banding, labeling, and related tasks.
• Monitor material and machine conditions.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by completing general housekeeping tasks.
• Learn to set up and operate large machines.
• Demonstrate Viaflex Team Member Values and encourage teammates to do the same.
• Perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and assist in other areas as needed.
• Learn, understand, continuously improve, and promote the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Workplace flexibility policies to promote work-life balance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Education assistance.
• Onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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