Machine Operator

Huhtamaki, Inc.; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Huhtamaki, Inc. in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Machine Operator for a 12-hour shift (2-2-3 rotation).

You will operate forming, folded carton, slitting, die-cutting, and printing equipment to produce quality finished products according to manufacturing specifications. Responsibilities include following safety rules, performing duties safely and efficiently, performing minor maintenance, clearing jams, lifting materials, inspecting product quality, and supporting team leaders with data for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Able to read and understand instructions.
• Must communicate effectively.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Observe safety rules and protect workers and property.
• Operate equipment to meet quality and cost targets.
• Perform minor machine maintenance and clear jams.
• Lift materials up to 30 lbs regularly; up to 40+ lbs occasionally.
• Inspect products for quality and report issues.
• Maintain department cleanliness and housekeeping.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading ability

Color vision

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

Machine Operator

12 hour shift schedule (2,2,3 Rotation)

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

Description of Major Responsibilities

• Observe all Huhtamaki 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 reports to Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Interpret Shop packet details and instructions.
• Provide relief for other Production Packers and Operators.
• Maintain department cleanliness standards.
• Operate Material handling equipment.
• 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

Employee works in a manufacturing environment. Requires prolonged standing (90%) with occasional walking (10%). Requires twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling. Incumbent will lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis and lift/carry more than 40 lbs. occasionally. Requires reaching at, above and below shoulder level.

Qualifications

• Requires basic educational level background normally acquired through the completion of high school level programs leading to a diploma or equivalent.
• The ability to read, understand and comprehend written or oral instruction and the ability to communicate effectively with others. Requires near/far acuity and color vision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and high volume production experience a plus.
• Must be able to work with little supervision.

EO/AA Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

This is to fill in for business needs increase which has been approved by Steven Dendy for several positions which include machine operators, packers, Roll tenders, flexo leads.

Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Help us protect food, people and the planet. We’re on a mission to be the first choice in sustainable packaging solutions so we can protect food, people and the planet. We need talented people like you to make that happen. We’re growing as a business which is opening up new roles and opportunities so it’s an exciting time to join us. We promise to offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported and make an impact, so we can all focus on the future together.

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.

Your career, packaged with care.