Machine Operator

Sealed Air; Hudson (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sealed Air is seeking a Machine Operator for the night shift, 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM, with a $1.00 shift premium and a base pay of $22.55 per hour. You will operate equipment, adjust run conditions, and ensure safe, efficient production according to SOPs.

Required: 3–5 years manufacturing experience, high school diploma or equivalent, strong mechanical aptitude, good communication, basic math and computer skills, and a safety-minded approach. Teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand and follow written instructions.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills are required.
• Strong safety awareness and the ability to apply critical thinking to problems.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce finished goods per production specs.
• Safely stop equipment during normal conditions and emergencies.
• Set up machines to SOC using appropriate conditions and adjust run settings.
• Use a computer system to set run conditions and monitor performance.
• Perform line start up and shut down, following SOPs to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Operate lab and quality testing equipment to test film samples.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College/trade school (preferred)

Job description

Machine Operator

Requisition ID: 55749

Shift: Night – 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Shift Premium Amount: $1.00
Pay Rate: $22.55

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce finished goods to production specifications.
• Understand and be able to safely STOP equipment during normal conditions and during an emergency.
• Set Machine up to SOC using the appropriate conditions.
• Use a computer system to set run conditions and adjust as necessary within SOC.
• Perform Line start up and Line shut down.
• Understand and safely operate equipment.
• Follow all training documents or standard operating procedures (SOP) to operate the line safely and efficiently.
• Ability to use production reporting systems to fulfill job functions.
• Always safely operate lab equipment.
• Understand all quality lab equipment and be able to operate and adjust as necessary to safely test film samples.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a manufacturing industry as the main operator of one or multiple processes
• Strong mechanical aptitude is desired.
• Ability to make sound decisions and follow guidelines.
• Must have good communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
• High awareness toward safety.
• Ability to solve problems and apply critical thinking.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level courses or trade school preferred, but not necessary.
• Ability to operate cranes, forklift, and other related equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and bending.
• Pushing, pulling, lifting at least 40lbs.
• Hand and eye coordination.
• Use stairs and hand tools as required by job.

Benefits and Perks

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance