Finishing Machine Operator

Schwarz Partners; Mooresville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finishing Machine Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating machinery to convert materials into finished products while ensuring quality and production standards are met. You will work in a collaborative environment, supporting your team and contributing to a culture of excellence. If you are passionate about manufacturing and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a supportive workplace. Join a company that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture for all employees.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; experience in manufacturing preferred.
• 1 year as Machine Operator or Assistant is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines efficiently, monitor performance, and document variables.
• Perform quality checks and adjustments to ensure product specifications.

Skills

Basic quality checks

Production terminology

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Understanding of OEE

Education

High School degree or GED

College/Trade School degree in Manufacturing

Tools

Steel toe shoes

Hearing protection

Safety glasses

Hair nets

Job description

STS Packaging, a Schwarz Partners, L.P. affiliate company is currently seeking a Finishing Machine Operator in Mooresville, IN. The Finishing Machine Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating process specific machines and equipment that convert WIP materials into finished product. This position operates in a safe, hazard-free work environment, maintaining quality and production procedures, achieving total customer satisfaction in a cost-effective manner, with continuous support to the Finishing Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION:

• Run machines at established rates, follow the production schedule, continuously monitor machine performance, and document any variables that may cause machine downtime.
• Maintain steady flow of WIP materials to machine to ensure maximum uptime, coordinating with team members to effect.
• Perform adjustments and service on machine/equipment as required by specific process.
• Perform process specific quality checks and make machine adjustments to resolve quality issues.
• Ensures product specifications, quality, delivery, and service goals are followed.
• Record data on specified forms and complete required line documentation, ensuring all inventory, scrap, etc. are logged accurately.
• Demonstrates proficiencies on glue tolerances and machine settings, operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Communicate production and machine issues to the supervisor and other production personnel.
• Assist other operators as required and relieve other line personnel for breaks and lunch.
• Assist in training other process operators and process support personnel.
• Ensures 5S standards are followed according to visual aids in the department.
• Other duties related to day-to-day issues that may arise, as assigned by the Finishing supervisor.
• Ability to work overtime as the job requires.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Maintains a clean and safe work area and reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor for resolution.
• Adheres to all safety policies, including always wearing required PPE, and sets an example to others for model safety behavior.
• Understands common quality defects, including how to detect as well as what to do if observed.
• Reports any major quality or food safety issues to Supervisor.
• Additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School degree or GED.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• College/Trade School degree in Manufacturing.
• 1 year experience as Machine Operator or Assistant.

REQUIRED SKILLS (TECHNICAL, CLERICAL, LANGUAGE, ETC.):

• Knowledge of how to perform basic quality checks.
• Familiar with production terminology.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Basic understanding of OEE and how it is used to measure machine overall performance.
• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Fluent in English required.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Constant standing, walking, talking, hearing; occasional sitting; specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception and peripheral vision. The position also requires the ability to stand 90% of shift and lift up to 45 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be available.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Standard office environment; Plants can be hot noisy, exhibit vibrations have uneven surfaces mechanical hazards, dust/dirt, odor/fumes; work performed inside.

OTHER INFORMATION:

• Tools required for the job: Steel toe shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and hair nets.
• Steel toe shoes are provided by employee, all other tools provided by employer.
• The essential job functions and major job functions listed above are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the job functions that an individual will be required or expected to perform.
• Position Descriptions may be changed or revised by the Company from time to time at its sole discretion.

This Position Description is not intended to guarantee, and does not guarantee, ongoing employment or employment for a definite term, either in this position or with the Company. Absent an enforceable written contract to the contrary, and to the fullest extent allowed by federal, state and local law, an employee’s employment relationship with the Company is at-will.

If you would like to be part of a forward-thinking team with a family feel, culture of excellence, and customer-focused reliability, we want you to be a part of our team! Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.