Bag Machine Operator

ProAmpac; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives program

Retirement plan with company match

Health, dental & life insurance

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a full-time Bag Machine Operator in the United States to run converting equipment for bags and pouches per customer specs. The role requires autonomous setup, troubleshooting, and coaching of teammates, with a focus on safety and quality.

Compensation starts at $21.60 per hour with comprehensive benefits. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining equipment, interpreting schematics, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in flexible packaging or printing is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Safely set up and operate bag converting equipment per specs.
• Diagnose machine faults using test results and observations.
• Interpret blueprints and manuals for efficient operation.
• Train and coach less-experienced operators.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas for safety.
• Follow PPE, food safety policies, and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

Customer oriented

Team player

Problem solving

Communication

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Flexible packaging equipment

Printing/Converting equipment

Job description

Description

About Us

ProAmpac is a global leader in flexible packaging – known for our innovation, customer service, and commitment to quality. We serve a wide range of industries with creative, sustainable solutions. Our five core values drive everything we do: Integrity

• Intensity

• Innovation

• Involvement

• Impact

We are looking for a full-time, proactive Bag Machine Operator. The Bag Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient setup and operation of converting equipment to produce Bags and Pouches to customer specification and quality expectations. He/she has demonstrated experience and expertise to perform all setups autonomously, troubleshoot and correct mechanical problems, provide training and coaching to less experienced team members, and is skilled in at least two different types of bag machine lines.

Compensation for this role is $21.60 per hour.

What You’ll Do:

• Support and contribute to a healthy and safe work environment following all workplace regulations, policies, and initiatives, including reporting all first aid injuries, accidents, and workplace hazards.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable PPE and Food Safety policies and procedures, wear steel tipped shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hairnets, beard nets, etc.

• Adhere to all lock out tag out procedures.

• Work areas are clean and organized for safety and optimal efficiency.

• Analyze test results, machine error messages, and operator observations to diagnose equipment problems.

• Interpret blueprints and manufacturer manuals in the efficient operation of machinery.

• Repair and perform predictive and preventive equipment maintenance demonstrating both mechanical and electrical knowledge related to hydraulic, pneumatic, schematics, control systems, general electric equipment, power distribution, power supply, drives, ac/dc motors, computer & PLC hardware.

• Examine parts for defects, breakage or excessive wear and determine whether replacements can be ordered, fabricated, or assembled.

• Ensure parts, supplies, and tools are requisitioned, inventoried, and available as necessary.

• Perform necessary record keeping and maintenance logs of equipment.

• Coordinate projects and responsibilities with skilled trades (machinist, welder, etc.) to minimize downtime of equipment.

• Manage Universal Waste; used oil and filters in designated containers and properly labeled.

• Demonstrate to and train machine operators on proper equipment functions and features.

• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects and provide suggestions to improve processes.

• Work in an around energized equipment, confined spaces, and at heights.

• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings.

• Perform other duties/tasks as assigned by your supervisor or a member of the management team.

What You Bring:

Education & Experience:

• Reading and writing skills corresponding to the level of High School Diploma or equivalent.

Technical Skills:

• Experience in Flexible packaging and/or printing, converting equipment a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Customer oriented

• Motivated and collaborative within a team environment

• Must be able to problem solve and communicate/coach effectively.

• Good work ethic, attendance, and punctuality.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match

• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance

• Paid time off

• Career development opportunities

• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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