Machine Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience using equipment such as fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses.
• At least 1 year of experience working with automated processes in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; tablets are used in this role.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and manuals in English.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience packaging liquids such as paint, food products, or pharmaceuticals.
• Hazardous Materials or DOT training.
• Ability to use basic math, including operations with whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and track safety, quality, and productivity data, including run rates, fill weights, and averages.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement Systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and processing or filling equipment to meet production goals.
• Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.
• Operate equipment including fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses.
• Review filling and packaging instructions and ensure the correct materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) are available.
• Perform quality checks, take samples, and monitor fill weights.
• Accurately document quality and productivity data in paper or electronic systems.
• Assist with line changeovers and wash water collection.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and help eliminate sources of waste in systems and processes.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Auto insurance
• Home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Identity theft protection
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• Company-paid pension and pension plans
• Retirement health care benefits
• Short-term incentives
• Vacation (12 days)
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Discounted childcare and caregiver services
• Adoption assistance
• Group legal services
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Education assistance program
• On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select locations