SP Operator - Rewind 2nd Shift

WESTERN STATES ENVELOPE COMPANY • Sun Prairie, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Western States, a family-owned industry leader since 1908, is seeking a motivated Label Rewind Operator to join their production team. This full-time position offers a stable career with a focus on work-life balance, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package. The role involves operating rewind equipment to cut, package, and prepare finished labels for shipment, meeting production output goals while adhering to safety procedures and quality standards. The operator will also be responsible for completing logs, performing quality control inspections, and maintaining a clean and safe work area, following Lean practices.

Requirements

• Prior machine operator experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Attention to detail while performing quality checks is key.
• Good eye for product quality and safety.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Comfortable working with computers in general.
• Confident in their basic math skills and their ability to read a ruler.
• Reliability and a history of great attendance with reliable transportation to work.
• Works great both individually and as a Team.
• Demonstrate organizational and attention to detail skills
• Display strong communication skills; ability to read, write and speak English
• Possess basic math and computer operation skills
• Able to stand for long periods of time, bend, twist and lift/carry up to 20 pounds
• Be dependable and work the agreed upon schedule along with reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Prior Manufacturing experience, in a printing environment is not required but helpful.
• Press, print, label or related field manufacturing experience preferred
• Desire working knowledge of Lean Principles and/or Quick Response Manufacturing (QRM)

Responsibilities

• Operates standing or sedentary rewind equipment to cut, package and prepare finished labels for shipment according to customer specifications.
• Meets expected production output while working safely and following all procedures and policies.
• Completes required quality and production logs using basic math.
• Uses two hands to set up rolls and empty spools for rewinding application.
• May use a foot pedal to operate some pieces of rewind equipment.
• Work with other shifts to keep the area clean and safe.
• Follows all Lean practices and performs as an active member of the team.
• Uses ruler skills and attention to detail to maintain quality control inspections of product.

Benefits

• SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $550.00 for joining our 2nd Shift team!
• 4-Day Work Week
• Competitive Pay: $18.00 – $20.00/hr starting rate + a $0.75/hr shift premium.
• Higher rates available for candidates with printing industry experience!
• 3-day weekend every week with our 4x10 schedule.
• Solid Benefits: Comprehensive package including a 401(k) with company match and 9 paid holidays.
• Proven Stability: Join a company with over 118 years of success and a deep commitment to employee development.

What This Job Offers

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