Machine Operator -Paper

Pregis Purpose

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. Pregis believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, and we are thriving across high growth industries.

Machine Operator

Hourly ($18.00 - $19.00)

Production Supervisor

Paper

Responsible for monitoring the operation of assigned converting machine(s) ensuring product adheres to company standard of safety, quality, and throughput.

• Start up and shut down the machine properly, to ensure the production of the highest quality finished product.
• Set up and operate the equipment for various products.
• Safely and efficiently produce product on assigned production area.
• Housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment.
• Physical and visual inspection of product to prevent non-conforming goods. Promptly report all quality defects to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain appropriate level of production supplies/materials as required, to ensure next shift operators incur minimal downtime.
• Continuously monitor machine operation to ensure accurate product measurements and quality are being maintained.
• Meet or exceed production rates, minimize waste levels, and meet all customer requirements.
• Set up and adjust rewinders.
• Neatly palletize skids with finished product.
• Enter production reporting data into machine computer accurately.
• Separate scrap into appropriate film-type gaylord.
• Operate core cutting machine, vacuum lift, and pallet jack.
• Assist on or operate other converting or manufacturing equipment and perform preventative maintenance within the plant as assigned.
• Acquire knowledge/skills of set‑up technicians to better assist and troubleshoot when needed.
• Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis’ core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation.
• Adhere to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Attend meetings and complete safety trainings as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship to the business.

• Ability to take coaching well and communicate respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
• Promote positive teamwork culture.
• Ability to communicate with team effectively and respectfully during shift transition.
• Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.
• Read a tape measure to 1/32”.
• Must be able to communicate (read and write) in English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

• Exposure to moving equipment.
• Inside work.
• Heat may exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Humidity may exceed 80%.
• Noise may exceed 85 dB+.

• Repetitive use of wrist, hands, and fingers.
• Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%.
• Frequent bending and some kneeling.
• Frequent use of shoulders, elbows, hips, knees, and ankles.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 30-50 lbs.).
• Occasional bending and twisting.
• Occasional reaching.
• Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents, voice‑assisted as needed.

• Full time.
• Shift work 8 hours.
• Overtime expected per business demand.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing preferred.

• The pay range for this position is $18/hr to $19.50/hr the Company offers paid vacation time, paid sick leave, medical, dental and vision plans as well as a 401(k) with employer match.

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

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