Machine Operator

Huhtamaki Group; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable packaging solutions is seeking a Machine Operator in Goodyear, Arizona. The role involves operating various packaging machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and a basic mechanical aptitude. Join us to make an impact while helping protect food, people, and the planet.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and comprehend written or oral instructions.
• Near/far acuity and color vision required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate and adjust packaging or manufacturing machinery under supervision.
• Monitor processes and ensure material flow.
• Inspect product throughout forming process; recognize product quality issues.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

High volume production experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 30, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id R039470

Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet

We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. We’re on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki.

You could be part of our vision. Because it’s our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. It’s every one of us working together.

We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in routine machine settings and adjustments.
2. Operate and adjust packaging or manufacturing machinery under supervision.
3. Monitor processes and ensure material flow.
4. Check dimensions of parts according to technical drawings and make necessary corrections.
5. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the work area and machinery.

Machine Operator

Operates various forming, folded carton, slitting, die cutting, and printing equipment to produce quality finished products to manufacturing specifications.

Major Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and use safe working methods and procedures at all times to avoid injury, injury to co-workers, or damage to company property. Perform job requirements safely, within specified or shortest time possible, at lowest cost and with minimum waste.
• Perform minor machine and equipment maintenance.
• Clear jams using safe work procedures.
• Lift raw materials as needed to feed equipment.
• Inspect product throughout forming process; recognize product quality issues and report to Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Interpret shop packet details and instructions.
• Provide relief for other production packers and operators.
• Participate in various CI events.
• Participate in AIB Housekeeping and Food Safety Programs. Provide plant housekeeping support.
• Provide Supervisor and/or Team Leader data for periodic maintenance work.

Physical Requirements

Requires prolonged standing (90%) with occasional walking (10%). Requires twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling. Will lift up to 30 lbs regularly and carry more than 40 lbs occasionally. Requires reaching at, above, and below shoulder level.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and comprehend written or oral instructions. Effective communication skills. Near/far acuity and color vision required.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and high volume production experience a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

“EO/AA Employer/Disabled/Veterans.”

This position is to meet increased business needs, approved by Steven Dendy, including roles for machine operators, packers, roll tenders, and flexo leads.

Join us

Help protect food, people, and the planet.

About Us

Help us protect food, people, and the planet

We’re committed to being the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions. We need talented individuals like you to help us achieve this mission.

As we grow, new roles and opportunities are opening up, making it an exciting time to join us.

We promise to provide a safe, supportive environment where you can make an impact. If this sounds like your kind of place, apply today!