Production Operator

TOPPAN Packaging • Edinburgh, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator supports safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations at TOPPAN Packaging Americas’ Edinburgh facility. The role involves operating production equipment, packaging finished products, monitoring product quality, and making basic process adjustments to support daily production goals. Production Operators work with department managers and plant team members to help manufacturing processes run smoothly while emphasizing safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

This is hands-on work in a fast-paced production environment, involving equipment monitoring, basic troubleshooting, product measurements, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. Operators may support assigned departments according to operational needs and are expected to participate in training, support improvement efforts, and work overtime as required.

The position offers 8-hour Monday–Friday shifts or 12-hour rotating shifts. The rotating schedule covers 4 days one week and 3 days the next, including every other weekend. Candidates must be willing to work assigned shifts and overtime.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience and/or relevant training.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow standard work instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills, including accurately reading a tape measure.
• Critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a production team.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and maintaining an organized work environment.
• Dependability, punctuality, and a strong attendance record.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and pursue professional growth.
• Willingness to work assigned 8-hour or 12-hour rotating shifts, including weekends when scheduled.
• Availability to work overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and equipment according to work instructions and safety procedures.
• Retrieve finished products from manufacturing equipment and package them into boxes.
• Perform manufacturing and production activities to support daily operational goals.
• Monitor equipment and production processes, making incremental adjustments as needed.
• Work with department managers, operators, and other plant team members to complete production tasks.
• Support production activities across assigned departments based on operational needs.
• Monitor products for quality and report product concerns, equipment issues, or process inconsistencies.
• Use critical-thinking and basic troubleshooting skills to help resolve production challenges.
• Perform measurements and calculations to verify product specifications, using tools such as tape measures.
• Communicate production or quality concerns to appropriate team members or supervisors.
• Help reduce production disruptions and maintain consistent product quality.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and safe manufacturing practices.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and properly handle materials, equipment, and finished products.
• Collaborate with other departments and plant employees to support production goals.
• Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality, follow instructions, and complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Participate in training and development opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives and department objectives.
• Work overtime as required and perform additional assigned duties.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, including FSA and HSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans, including life, accident, and disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed