Machine Operator

Pregis-3; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis is seeking an Operator I to maintain a single extrusion line, perform SAP transactions, conduct quality checks, and provide coordination support to Operator II and the Process Technician. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement within the team.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of manufacturing experience and contributing to a safe, productive work environment following Pregis best practices.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience in a complex environment.
• ERP knowledge is a plus.
• SAP experience is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Pregis safety rules and policies.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of production reporting.
• Verify quality of produced items.
• Inspect and measure items as defined by the SOP.
• Support Operator II and Process Technician during start-up, changeover, and shut down.
• Maintain at least one production line in a supporting role.
• Train and develop the Assistant Operator.
• Perform housekeeping to keep material areas orderly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

ERP knowledge

SAP

Strong communication

Teamwork

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Overview:

Operator I ensures safe, timely and accurately maintaining a single extrusion line, SAP transactions, quality checks, and coordination support to the Operator II and Process Technician, as well as related tasks in accordance to Pregis best practices. The right individual will have 1-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. This position will create a work environment contributing to the safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement activity of the team.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Safety

• Adheres to all Pregis Safety rules and


• Assures all teammates adhere to all Pregis safety policies and procedures.

Operational Excellence

• Assure completeness and accuracy of all production reporting


• Verify quality products are being produced


• Inspect and perform measurements as defined by the SOP on all extruded items and products being produced


• Provides support as needed to the Operator II and Process Tech during start up, changeover, and shut down


• Effectively maintain (minimum) single production line as a support role to the Operator II


• Willingness to train and develop the Assistant Operator


• Performs routine housekeeping duties to ensure the material storage and use areas are need and orderly


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of manufacturing related experience in a complex manufacturing environment.


• Strong organizational skills.


• Shows competency to multi-task while completing tasks in a timely basis.


• ERP knowledge. SAP a plus.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.


• Strong work ethic, positive attitude with ability to adapt to change.


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Measurements of Success: