2nd Shift - Machine Operator

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking a Machine Operator to assemble plastics intermediate bulk containers and steel cages at the Clarkston, MI site. You will support daily production, changeovers, and outbound shipments, with emphasis on safety and quality compliance.

The role requires prior manufacturing experience, ability to read instructions, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Training on plant safety rules is provided, and the team works rotating shifts for continuous operation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understand plant safety guidelines and pass all required safety training.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Troubleshoot problems and report issues.
• Must work well in team environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs all assignments in accordance with safety specifications, instructions, and requirements
• Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space
• Reports all production waste to Production Lead or Supervisor
• Responsible for safety and quality throughout production
• Responsible for notifying a Production Lead or Supervisor when they step off the line to ensure safety and quality standards are maintained
• Performs other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager
• Follows all company policies and procedures

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Fast-paced environment

Safety guidelines

Verbal/written instructions

Troubleshooting

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Machine Operator is under the direction of the shift supervisor and will primarily be responsible for assembly of plastics intermediate bulk containers & steel cages manufactured using established production procedures, following safety protocol and adhering to company’s quality standards. Support plant production needs for daily operation, changeovers, and outbound shipments. Secondary responsible for assisting in packaging of product of internal and external use and assisting in changeover with other production teammates.

Job Description

The Machine Operator is under the direction of the shift supervisor and will primarily be responsible for assembly of plastics intermediate bulk containers & steel cages manufactured using established production procedures, following safety protocol and adhering to company’s quality standards. Support plant production needs for daily operation, changeovers, and outbound shipments. Secondary responsible for assisting in packaging of product of internal and external use and assisting in changeover with other production teammates. This position will be based at the Clarkston IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) site located at 4750 Clawson Tank Drive.

Responsibilities

• Performs all assignments in accordance with safety specifications, instructions, and requirements
• Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space
• Reports all production waste to Production Lead or Supervisor
• Responsible for safety and quality throughout production
• Responsible for notifying a Production Lead or Supervisor when they step off the line to ensure safety and quality standards are maintained
• Performs other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager
• Follows all company policies and procedures

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Understand plant safety guidelines and pass all required safety training
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Troubleshoot problems and report issues
• Must work well in team environment

Physical Requirements

• Plant facility runs 24 hours a day, 5 days a week consistently, excluding designated holidays or prearranged shut down.
• Ability to be on feet consistently 8 hours per scheduled shift.
• Shifts are scheduled 5 days consecutive depending on shift rotation of 1 st , 2 nd or 3 rd Monday to Friday.
• This position will work on the 2 nd shift schedule that is a Monday to Friday weekly rotation, in at 3pm and out at 11:30pm.
• Ability to be on feet for 8 hours per shift, up to 12 hours per shift when working mandatory overtime.
• Line production is constant flow approximately 36 IBC totes an hour.
• Use of hands and fingers to perform job function
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and climb
• Ability to lift up to 42lbs consistently for full scheduled shift
• Usage of cutting knife for flashing to complete tote manufacturing process.
• Walking during this standing time in work cell, continuous rotation between blow mold machine, and tester machine.
• Repetitive turning & twisting during the leak testing steps of production.
• Reaching above shoulders, hand and wrist repetitive simple grasping to pick up bottle to stack.
• Ability to wear company required personal protective equipment; safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite safety shoes, cut resistant gloves, and any other necessary item based on assigned task.

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.