Converting Machine Operator
Pregis
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Job summary
Pregis is hiring a Converting Machine Operator for our Arlington, TX manufacturing team. The role focuses on setting up and operating converting and finishing equipment, ensuring quality and on-time production in a fast-paced environment.
Strong preference for candidates with packaging, printing, or related production experience. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a safety-focused work culture.
Qualifications
- Experience operating converting, printing, packaging, or manufacturing equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and follow production specifications and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently while achieving production goals.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate converting and finishing equipment with minimal supervision.
- Review job tickets and production specifications before beginning production runs.
- Verify materials and components are available and meet production requirements.
- Monitor machine performance, product quality, and production output.
- Maintain productivity, waste, and quality standards established by Pregis.
- Ensure jobs are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Track production counts and maintain accurate production documentation.
- Support efficient shift transitions through clear communication and documentation.
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Job description
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. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.
Location: Arlington, TX
Shift: Night Shift | 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Schedule: 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience
Pregis is seeking a skilled Converting Machine Operator to join our Arlington manufacturing team. This position plays a critical role in producing high-quality packaging products while operating and maintaining advanced converting and finishing equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
We are especially interested in candidates with experience in packaging, printing, converting, flexographic printing, film manufacturing, or related production environments.
At Pregis, we invest in our employees through structured training programs, skill development, and advancement opportunities. Many of our team members have grown into higher-level operator, technical, and leadership positions. If you're looking for long-term career growth, Pregis is the place to build your future.
- Set up and operate converting and finishing equipment with minimal supervision
- Review job tickets and production specifications before beginning production runs
- Verify materials and components are available and meet production requirements
- Monitor machine performance, product quality, and production output
- Maintain productivity, waste, and quality standards established by Pregis
- Ensure jobs are completed accurately and on schedule
- Track production counts and maintain accurate production documentation
- Support efficient shift transitions through clear communication and documentation
- Operate and adjust splicers, gluers, Straub applicators, label applicators, rotary cutters, register systems, and other ancillary converting equipment
- Set glue rollers and perform line web-ups
- Change printing plates, cylinders, and glue pads
- Monitor and adjust tension control systems
- Maintain print quality and registration standards throughout production runs
- Perform routine cleaning, preventative maintenance, and machine inspections
- Ensure all equipment is operating safely and efficiently
- Identify production and equipment issues and implement solutions when possible
- Perform minor mechanical repairs and machine adjustments
- Support process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, and waste reduction
- Assist in training team members as needed
- Recommend improvements to equipment, processes, and production methods
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department
- Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Adhere to all Pregis Standard Operating Procedures
- Ensure finished products meet customer specifications and company quality standards
- Promote a positive safety culture through safe work practices and teamwork
- Experience operating converting, printing, packaging, or manufacturing equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and follow production specifications and work instructions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently while achieving production goals
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Flexible packaging manufacturing
- Printing and press operations
- Flexographic printing
- Converting operations
- Film production
- Packaging manufacturing
- Label manufacturing
- Bindery and finishing operations
- Web handling systems
- Print registration and quality control
- Machine setup and changeovers
Experience with MBO, Stahl, Vacuum, flexographic presses, converting equipment, printing presses, web handling systems, or packaging machinery is highly preferred.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stooping
- Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work around moving machinery and production equipment
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts
- Occasional computer and keyboard use
- Manufacturing production facility
- Exposure to moving equipment and machinery
- Indoor working environment
- Temperatures may exceed 90°F
- Humidity levels may exceed 80%
- Noise levels may exceed 85 dB
- Required use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible manufacturing, converting, printing, packaging, or related experience
- Experience operating production equipment in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Mechanical troubleshooting experience is a plus
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid training and development opportunities
- Career advancement pathways
- Stable and growing manufacturing environment
- Safety-focused culture
- Opportunity to build long-term skills and advance within Pregis
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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.
Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.
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