Converting Machine Operator

ProAmpac; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

Personal days

Bonus opportunities

Referral program

Night shift pay

401(k) match

Employee assistance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ProAmpac, a leading packaging company in Cincinnati, Ohio, is seeking team players to operate converting bag machines with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. You will perform routine checks, help maintain equipment, and collaborate to meet production schedules while prioritizing clean work areas.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and prior plastics or manufacturing experience, with strong communication and math skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 2+ years in plastics/converting machine roles preferred.
• 2+ years manufacturing experience required.
• Job stability: 1 job in 2 years or 2 jobs in 5 years.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good math and measurement abilities.
• Able to work well in a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Run paper bag machines safely and maintain quality with minimal scrap.
• Perform light maintenance and report major issues to supervisor.
• Follow work instructions to meet production, scrap, and quality standards.

Skills

Quality checks

Machine operation

Light maintenance

Teamwork

Communication

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Description

If you are looking for a new opportunity with a leading packaging company or are a positive, detail focused and reliable individual, ProAmpac is looking for you to join our team!

So why should you pick ProAmpac? ProAmpac is one of the leading global flexible packaging companies. We are an essential employer that is ACTIVELY HIRING at our Cincinnati Ohio, facility! If you want to be part of a team and help produce items essential to everyday life this is the position for you! Our pay and benefits are competitive along with 11 paid holidays and a great wellness program. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your production, manufacturing, or warehouse experience and learn valuable niche skills that are in high demand, plus earn great pay and outstanding benefits! The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

Outstanding Benefits

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• $3,000 Referral Program for every employee you bring onboard
• Premium pay built into your shift schedule— $1.25-hour night shift
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Possible Same-day job offers may be extended!

Major Function

Responsible to operate converting bag machines in a safe manner and produce quality product with minimal scrap, meet production schedules and keep work area clean.

Primary Duties

• Perform timely and thorough quality checks throughout the shift and record them on your shift report. Packer/Inspectors are required to perform quality checks every ½ hour.
• Perform any light maintenance that is needed on machine and communicate major issues to supervisor/lead person.
• Run and catch on a machine or run 2-3 machines with help of an assistant.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Minimum 2-year product (plastics) or industry specific (converting) machine experience is highly preferred
• Minimum 2-year manufacturing experience is required
• Job Stability - minimum 1 job in last 2 years or 2 jobs in last 5 years
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong math and measurement skills
• Ability to work well in a team and as an independent contributor

Additionally, You Will Be Responsible For The Following

• Run Equipment : you will run a paper bag machine with help of a packer. You will perform any light maintenance that is needed on assigned machine and communicate any major issues to supervisor/lead.
• Follow Instructions: you will read, understand and follow all work instructions to produce product that meet standards (production, scrap and quality).
• Ensure Compliance: you will ensure departmental compliance with all certification requirements and will maintain good housekeeping practices in accordance with AIB/ISO standards. You will maintain quality of products being produced at or above the required specifications.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by!

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Job Category: Operations/Production/Manufacturing Full-Time