Flexible Packaging Converting Technician

ProAmpac; White House (TN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay up to $26/hr

Quarterly Attendance Bonus

PTO + 2 personal days

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

ProAmpac in White House, TN, is seeking a Flexible Packaging Converting Technician to operate and troubleshoot packaging machines on a 12-hour rotating schedule. You will verify orders, set up equipment, measure and trim rolls, manage glue, and perform inspections to ensure quality while maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

The role requires at least 2 years of machine operating experience, basic computer skills, and adherence to safety training; associate degree is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of machine operating experience in a related industry.
• Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable reading and using measuring tools.
• Proficient with computers and common business equipment.
• Completion of Safety Orientation, Departmental Safety Training, and OSHA Standards Training required.
• Annual Hazardous Waste Management training provided by ProAmpac.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end machine operation and product quality.
• Verify production orders before setup; complete all required machine set-ups and adjustments.
• Order and stage components per the shop order.
• Unwrap, trim, and prepare rolls for shafting.
• Maintain glue levels in pans, drums, or hot-melt hopper.
• Perform First Article of Inspection at bag set-ups and 30-minute teardowns.
• Conduct ongoing visual checks and adjust settings to sustain quality.
• Keep machine and surrounding area clean and organized.
• Notify management of substandard materials or needed repairs.

Skills

Machine operation

Reading measuring tools

Computer literacy

Troubleshooting

Mechanical inclination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Flexible Packaging Converting TechnicianStep into a role where your technical know-how keeps production moving. At ProAmpac in White House, TN, you’ll join an essential manufacturer that’s actively hiring and committed to a fast-paced, safety-first environment. We’re a global leader in flexible packaging, powered by our values—Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact—and we’re ready for you to help us deliver award-winning solutions.A day in this roleYour 12-hour shift begins at either 7am or 7pm on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule. You’ll review the day’s production orders, set up and calibrate your machine, and verify specs with a First Article of Inspection. Throughout the run, you’ll perform 30-minute bag teardowns and visual checks, adjust settings to maintain bag quality, and prepare components for the next order to minimize downtime. You’ll keep glue levels topped off in pans, drums, or hot-melt hoppers, unwrap and trim rolls for shafting, and maintain a clean, organized work area. If you spot substandard materials or a mechanical/electrical issue, you’ll alert management immediately.What you’ll doOwn end-to-end machine operation and product qualityVerify each production order before setup; complete all required machine set-ups and adjustmentsOrder and stage components per the shop orderUnwrap, trim, and prepare rolls for shaftingMaintain adequate glue in pans, drums, or hot melt applicator hopperPerform First Article of Inspection at bag set-ups and execute 30-minute bag teardownsConduct ongoing visual checks and make necessary adjustments to sustain qualityKeep the machine and adjacent area clean and organizedNotify management of any substandard materials or needed mechanical/electrical repairsWho succeeds hereThis is not a push-button position. It requires hands-on machine experience and the ability to set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot.High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferredMinimum 2 years of machine operating experience in a related industryMechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skillsComfortable reading and using measuring toolsProficient with computers and common business equipmentCompletion of Safety Orientation, Departmental Safety Training, and OSHA Standards Training requiredThis position requires the annual completion of Hazardous Waste Management training – provided by ProAmpacScheduleRotating 2-2-3 schedule, 12-hour Nights: 7pm–7amRotating 2-2-3 schedule, 12-hour Days: 7am–7pmCompensation & benefitsPay up to $26/hr, depending on experienceQuarterly Attendance BonusPremium pay built into your shift schedulePaid Time Off (PTO) plus 2 additional personal days11 paid company holidays401(k) with company matchMedical, Dental, Vision, and supplemental coveragesTuition ReimbursementOur commitment to safetyThe safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac provides PPE and sanitizing supplies to maintain a safe, healthy workplace.AccessibilityTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made, upon request, to ensure individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ready to build your future with a company that’s growing and innovating? Apply today and join ProAmpac.