Lead Machine Operator - Packaging & Quality

Interstate Packaging; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging Inc. is seeking a machine operator to lead a small team in a manufacturing environment. You will set up equipment, enter production data, monitor quality checks, and troubleshoot issues while ensuring safety and efficient workflow.

The role requires 2-3 years of machine operation experience, leadership ability, and strong communication. A competitive wage and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years prior experience operating a machine in a manufacturing environment; corrugated box experience preferred.
• Experience leading a small team or group.
• Good human relations skills and strong verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team and works safely following all related policies and programs to ensure a safe working environment while accepting feedback from others and giving appropriate recognition to others.
• Responsible for correct reporting of time, production and material usage.
• Set-up of the machine including preparing materials, prints and mounting cylinders.
• Use of computer equipment to enter information relating to the production run including job information, measurements etc.
• Perform quality checks.
• Report irregularities, maintenance needs and quality problems to the team Supervisor and/or Production Manager.
• Assists the machine crew in running, changing over, starting up and cleaning up the machine.
• Checks raw materials on hand against what is needed for each production run to ensure shortages are prevented.
• Using a ruler, verify dimensions on material to ensure a quality product.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and make recommendations on improving processes.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly.
• Written and oral communication skills is required.
• Other job tasks and projects as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Green Bay Packaging Inc. is seeking a machine operator to lead a small team in a manufacturing environment. You will set up equipment, enter production data, monitor quality checks, and troubleshoot issues while ensuring safety and efficient workflow.

The role requires 2-3 years of machine operation experience, leadership ability, and strong communication. A competitive wage and comprehensive benefits are provided.