Machine Operator

Elopak; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Dental and Vision insurance

Clothing provided

401k match

PTO 120 hours/year

Shift differential up to $2/hour

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Elopak, a global packaging company, is hiring machine operators to run side sealer and case packing equipment in a high‑pace plant in Little Rock. You’ll perform quality tests, visual inspections and adjustments to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires 12‑hour shifts, seven days a week with every other weekend, a HS diploma or GED, and basic MS Office skills. We offer robust training, a safe climate‑controlled facility, and benefits including paid dental and vision insurance,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED combined with experience in operating manufacturing equipments.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Good sense of mechanic.
• Act as team player.
• Be organized and rigorous, be goal oriented and able to take decisions.
• Must be available to work on 12 hours shifts covering 7 days (1 weekend every second week).
• Must have a Health and Safety mindset.
• Good reading and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate sealing and packaging equipment in a high volume production environment.
• In collaboration with team members, be responsible for multiple machines segments such as feeding, folding, sealing and packaging.
• Perform regular quality checks and document results.
• Performs change over and setups as per required production configuration.
• Maintain equipment to zero base condition by performing preventive maintenance tasks and cleaning activities.
• Respect good manufacturing practices (GMP) and understand written and verbal instruction to perform the work such as SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure), Quality procedures etc

Skills

MS Office basics

Team player

Organized and rigorous

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We produce sustainable packaging solutions for our customers and are looking for a couple of team players to join the pack. Our new, climate controlled plant is adding a second line and expanding the team.

In this job you’ll have to stay focus and keep a close eye on the production runs by performing quality test, visual inspection, monitoring controls etc. At times, everything runs well and smooth and at other times you’ll be in the action. Your ability to troubleshoot and to perform adjustments will keep our high pace equipment running and producing quality products. We are looking for machine operators that can run the side sealer and case packing machines.

What we offer:

• A career with a global packaging company in the food industry where Sustainability and Inclusion arefoundational elements.
• A dynamic work environment with room to influence your work and make a difference.
• A safe work environment in a newly build plant fully air conditioned.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive compensation package reflecting skills and competencies.
• Benefits program including paid Dental and Vision insurance.
• The company provides clothing and PPE.
• Hourly pay starting at $23/hour
• 401k match up to 4%
• Shift differential up to $2/hour
• PTO starting at 120 hours/year

What you need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or GED combined with experience in operating manufacturing equipments.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Good sense of mechanic.
• Act as team player.
• Be organized and rigorous, be goal oriented and able to take decisions.
• Must be available to work on 12 hours shifts covering 7 days (1 weekend every second week).
• Must have a Health and Safety mindset.
• Good reading and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Operate sealing and packaging equipment in a high volume production environment.
• In collaboration with team members, be responsible for multiple machines segments such as feeding, folding, sealing and packaging.
• Perform regular quality checks and document results.
• Performs change over and setups as per required production configuration.
• Maintain equipment to zero base condition by performing preventive maintenance tasks and cleaning activities.
• Respect good manufacturing practices (GMP) and understand written and verbal instruction to perform the work such as SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedure), Quality procedures etc

About Elopak

Elopak was founded in Norway in 1957 and is a leading, global supplier of sustainable packaging and filling equipment. We produce cartons for beverages such as milk and juice, as well non-food liquids for instance detergent and soap. The iconic Pure-Pak® carton is a natural choice and aims to leave the customer product unchanged and the world unharmed

The pack of 2,850 people around the world is guided by our vision; “Chosen by people, packaged by nature”. Reflecting the company promises of Empower, Unite and Accelerate, our people make sustainable packaging real with tangible impact on end-user consumption. Across borders, we are united in providing a natural and convenient alternative to plastic bottles.

Elopak was listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Oslo Børs) in 2021. We sell in excess of 14 billion cartons every year across more than 70 countries. Sustainability is at the core of everything we are and everything we do. Thus, we are a proud UN Global Compact participant and have been carbon neutral since 2016. For more information, go to www.elopak.com or follow us @Pure_Pak on Twitter and @Elopak on LinkedIn.

Information at a Glance Application deadline: 5/31/26

6101 Zeuber Road, Little Rock, 72206, Arkansas, United States