Extrusion Operator / Bubble Line 8a-8p

Pregis Corporation; Granite Falls (NC); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Pregis Corporation in North Carolina seeks a Machine Operator to monitor and control extrusion lines, ensuring safety, quality, and throughput. This role emphasizes adherence to PPE protocols, proper housekeeping, and prompt reporting of defects.

The operator will set up rewinders, enter production data, and help maintain material levels to minimize downtime between shifts, while actively supporting safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Monitor operation of assigned machine(s) ensuring safety and quality.
• Maintain production throughput and minimize downtime.
• Set up and adjust rewinders.
• Enter production data accurately into the machine system.
• Palletize finished products and maintain clean working area.
• Report quality defects promptly.
• Attend safety trainings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

SAP

Fast-paced environment

Follow standardized work instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Machine Operator

Classification: Hourly

Reports To: Extrusion NTL

Department: Extrusion

Summary of Job

Responsible for monitoring the operation of assigned machine(s) ensuring product adheres to company standard of safety, quality, and throughput.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Support, demonstrate and promote Pregis' core values: integrity, collaboration, customer focus and innovation.
• Adheres to the highest standards of company safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations including all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Housekeeping throughout assigned shift to ensure an orderly and safe environment.
• Physical and visual inspection of product is required to prevent non-conforming goods.
• Promptly reports all quality defects to the appropriate team members.
• Maintains appropriate level of production supplies/materials as required, to ensure next shift operators incur minimal downtime.
• Continuously monitor machine operation to ensure accurate product measurements and quality are being maintained.
• Meets or exceeds production rates, minimize waste levels and meets all customer requirements.
• Sets up and adjusts rewinders.
• Neatly palletizes skids with finished products.
• Enters production reporting data into machine computer accurately.
• Separates scrap into appropriate film-type gaylord.
• Operates core cutting machine, vacuum lift and pallet jack.
• Acquires knowledge/skills of Set-up Technicians to better assist and troubleshoot when needed.
• Attends meetings and completes safety trainings as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Competency (Knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Ability to take coaching well and communicates respectfully with others to ensure a positive teamwork culture.
• Promote positive teamwork culture.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team and during shift transition.
• Prior SAP or similar ERP system knowledge.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, follow standardized work instructions and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement culture.

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment.
• Inside work.
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Humidity may exceed 80%.
• Noise may exceed 85dB+.

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, up to 75%.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional typing/keyboarding/preparing documents.

Position Type

• Full time.
• Shift work 8-8.
• Overtime expected per business demand.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year manufacturing preferred.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

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.