Lead Converting Operator (Day Shift)

Pregis; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Training and Development

Career Growth Opportunities

Safety-Focused Culture

Job summary

Pregis is hiring a Lead Converting Operator for the Arlington, TX area. The role involves safely operating converting and finishing equipment while leading production crews to meet quality, productivity, and safety standards. The position offers a sign-on bonus and competitive pay based on experience.

The candidate will oversee daily operations, set up equipment, monitor quality, and mentor operators, with a strong emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• 5–7 years in converting, printing, finishing, packaging, or related manufacturing.
• Ability to operate converting and finishing equipment with minimal supervision.
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and quality standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support production team members during daily operations.
• Review job tickets and verify materials prior to production.
• Set up and operate converting and finishing equipment.
• Monitor print quality, registration, tension controls, and machine performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments.
• Accurately document production, waste, and downtime data.
• Train and mentor operators as needed.
• Identify process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with company policies.
• Support smooth communication and shift handoffs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Converting equipment

Machine setup

Troubleshooting

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the \"Wow\" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Lead Converting Operator (Day Shift)

Location: Arlington, TX

Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Pay: Competitive pay based on experience

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000

Join Pregis and Grow Your Career

Pregis is seeking an experienced Lead Converting Operator to safely operate converting and finishing equipment while leading production crews to meet quality, productivity, and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 5-7 years of converting, printing, finishing, packaging, or related manufacturing experience
• Ability to operate converting and finishing equipment with minimal supervision
• Experience with machine setup, troubleshooting, and quality standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Lead Operator or Operator III experience
• Experience with gluing systems, labeling equipment, rotary cutters, Straub applicators, and related inline finishing equipment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support production team members during daily operations
• Review job tickets and verify materials prior to production
• Set up and operate converting and finishing equipment
• Monitor print quality, registration, tension controls, and machine performance
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor mechanical adjustments
• Accurately document production, waste, and downtime data
• Train and mentor operators as needed
• Identify process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with company policies
• Support smooth communication and shift handoffs

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work around moving machinery and production equipment

Why Join Pregis?

• Up to $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Paid Training and Development
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Safety-Focused Culture

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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.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.