Combi Machine Operator

ePac Flexible Packaging; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical options

Vision

Disability insurance (short & long)

401K with employer match

Profit sharing

Paid time off - 120 hours

Paid holidays

Job summary

ePac Flexible Packaging is hiring a Combi Lamination Operator to set up and run the Combi laminator, perform material checks, and maintain the machine on the production floor in Middleton, WI. You will follow GMP and safety guidelines while meeting the production schedule.

The role requires the ability to read rulers and gauges, operate laminating equipment, and lift up to 50 lbs. We offer comprehensive benefits and the chance to grow within a fast-moving packaging company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with laminating machinery preferred.
• Ability to read rulers and gauges.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laminating machine according to procedures.
• Perform quality checks and material testing.
• Load/unload material and follow production schedule.
• Complete daily and periodic maintenance on assigned machines.
• Report quality and safety violations to management.

Skills

Micrometer use

Quality checks

Safety decision making

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ePac Flexible Packaging has locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

This role has a competitive salary range of $20-23 per hourdepending on skills and experience, with a generous leave and benefits package.

• 3 Medical Options
• Vision
• Employer paid Short and Long term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Potential for profit sharing
• 120 hours Paid Time off
• Paid holidays
• and more!

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Combi Lamination Operator is responsible for setting up the Combi laminator, running production of the laminator, cleaning and all related maintenance of the machine.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes proper checking of production and material. Set up and operate specific Laminating Machine according to company laminating procedures and guidelines
• Identifies and ensures that proper materials are used for production and manages pre-run testing of the material
• Perform all required quality checks
• Load and unload material from the laminators using defined equipment
• Follow the production schedule as issued by production control
• Follow equipment and workplace cleaning/sanitation procedures.
• Perform daily and periodic preventative maintenance duties specified for assigned machines/equipment
• Report all Quality and Food Safety Violations to management

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Turns on auxiliary and other equipment as needed

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to read rulers,understand gauges and use a micrometer
• Testing of equipment
• Must have good judgment with decision making in regards to Safety and Quality
• Ability to work additional overtime if required to get the job tasks completed

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Machine Operator experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Mostly on the production floor with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Handling of adhesives and cleaning solvents
• Some mandatory overtime
• Cleaning area daily to maintain Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is around moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages employees to learn all facets of production.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster