Operator

Essity • Dover, DE

5d

About The Position

Essity is a global health and hygiene company committed to breaking barriers to well-being. The Operator works on a production line, manufacturing products according to fixed specifications and standard operating procedures. As a member of the shift team, the Operator is responsible for machine performance and uses the skills needed to operate and sustain equipment and processes efficiently.

This role follows a 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule: two weeks on days, from 6:50 AM to 7:00 PM, followed by two weeks on nights, from 6:50 PM to 7:00 AM. Essity describes the rotation as providing every other weekend off and additional personal time throughout the schedule.

The position is based in Dover, Delaware. Starting pay is $19.53 per hour, with compensation increases after successful completion of on-the-job training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, or no prior experience with a willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Basic mathematical and computer literacy skills.
• Ability to lift and frequently stand, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work the 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule, alternating two weeks of day shifts and two weeks of night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in accordance with Essity safety standards and take responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
• Run and monitor the assigned machine to maintain production flow, making adjustments as needed using Essity Continuous Improvement Systems.
• Work with the Team Leader and skilled operators when support or guidance is needed.
• Prepare and load raw materials or finished products for palletizing according to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Communicate with the previous and next shifts and other team members involved in operating the machine.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Support teammates with operating tasks and contribute to an efficient production flow.
• Perform regular quality checks and reject or block products that do not meet specifications.
• Complete required production documentation and data logs accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• United Healthcare PPO medical insurance.
• EyeMed vision insurance.
• Delta Dental insurance.
• Wellness program through Rally Healthcare.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution.
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Voluntary critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• Employee discounts program.
• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

What This Job Offers

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