Entry Level Machine Operator for Night Shift

General Films, Inc.; Covington (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned manufacturing company in Covington, OH, is seeking an Entry Level Machine Operator. This role involves setting up and operating extrusion machines while ensuring quality control throughout the production process. Ideal candidates should exhibit strong teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to lift heavy materials. This position requires a high school diploma and offers 12-hour rotating shifts with a competitive pay structure, including shift differentials for night work.

Responsibilities

• Set up extrusion line following work instructions.
• Gather necessary items for daily production operations.
• Unload finished rolls and perform quality checks.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Prepare machine for next roll and assist in adjustments.

Skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Strong reading comprehension

Basic math skills

Ability to lift over 50 pounds

Ability to work independently

Task prioritization

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

We are actively recruiting for an Entry Level Machine Operator to join a dynamic team at General Films Inc. in Covington OH. We are a family owned and operated business that has been around for over 70 years. Come be a part of a well-established and respected organization.

The successful associate will be capable of learning to operate an extrusion machine to manufacture blown film. This includes machine set up and operation, performing quality checks, and packaging finished product.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow work instructions to set up extrusion line
• Gather items such as new cores, packaging materials, skids, etc. for daily production operation
• Unload finished rolls from machine using proper lifting equipment
• Weigh, record quality & production data and load onto skid
• Maintain accurate production and quality control records.
• Build & complete skid by banding, labeling and moving finished skids to shipping area
• Prep machine for next roll by setting up new cores for film transfer
• Complete timely quality control checks
• Assist in equipment or line adjustments
• Maintain an organized and clean work area
• Alert supervisor of any problems on the line
• Other tasks as assigned

Requirements and Skills:

• You must be a team player
• You must also be detail-oriented in your work
• Strong reading comprehension and basic math skills
• Ability to consistently lift/manipulate over 50 pounds
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Respectful and considerate of others
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute multiple tasks

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma preferred

These are 12-hour rotating shifts on the 2-2-3 schedule. Night shift is 5:45pm to 6:00am (Shift differential $1.50/hour added to starting pay).