General Labor

Western States Envelope & Label; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Western States Envelope & Label is seeking a Rewind Cutter Operator for the 2nd shift. You will set up and operate rewind and cutting equipment to produce finished materials per customer specifications and production requirements.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and productivity, with a starting rate of $18.00 plus a $1.50/hour shift premium. Join a family-owned company with 115+ years of manufacturing experience and strong employee development.

Qualifications

• Read and understand job tickets.
• Basic math skills for quantities and measurements.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining quality and safety.
• Reliable attendance and transportation to work.

Responsibilities

• Operates rewind equipment to create specific size rolls per customer specs.
• Reads customer jacket to fill orders.
• Sets up rolls and empties spools; may use foot pedal.
• Places rolls in bags and applies labels; packs for shipment.
• Operates Zebra printer to obtain labels.

Skills

Read tickets

Basic math

Multi-task

Good attendance

Reliable transportation

Job description

SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $2,000!For over 115 years, Western States Envelope & Label Company has been a trusted leader in manufacturing high-quality envelopes, labels, and packaging. As a family-owned company since 1908, we are committed to delivering exceptional products while investing in our employees. With over 150 million envelopes in inventory and the ability to produce a wide range of custom sizes and styles, Western States offers long-term stability, career growth, and a team-focused work environment.We're searching for a Rewind Cutter Operator to join our team! The Rewind Cutter Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring rewind and cutting equipment to produce finished materials according to customer specifications and production requirements. This position ensures materials are properly cut, rewound, inspected, and prepared for the next stage of production or shipment while maintaining established quality, safety, and productivity standards.SHIFTS AVAILABLE2nd Shift: Starting rate $18.00 + $1.50/hour shift premium.Work 4-10/hour days: Monday-Thursday 3:30pm - 2:00am (30-minute unpaid break)HERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:Competitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.Stability: Family-owned since 1908!Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?Operates standing or sedentary rewind equipment to remove waste and create specific size rolls based on customer specifications.Reads customer jacket to fill customer order.Uses two hands to set up rolls and empty spools for rewinding application.May use foot pedal to operate some pieces of rewind equipment.Places rolls in bags and applies customer labels.Packages rolls for shipmentOperates Zebra printer to obtain labels.EMPLOYEES WHO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES:Ability to multi-task.Good eye for product quality and safety.Good attendance and reliable transportation to work.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAbility to read and understand job tickets, work orders, measurements, and production specifications.Basic math skills, including measurements and production quantities.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONSStamina & Mobility: Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8–12 hours). Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop.Weight Requirements: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder.Manual Dexterity: Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components.Range of Motion: Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height.Sensory/Vision: Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits. Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation.Work Environment: Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.Expected hours: 40.0 per weekBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Vision insurance