Machine Operator

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Machine Operators for night shifts. This role involves operating extrusion lines in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring product quality, and collaborating with a team to meet production goals. With competitive pay and numerous benefits, including a 401(K) match and educational assistance, this is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in manufacturing. Join a company committed to innovation and sustainability, and take the next step in your professional journey!

Benefits

401(K) with company match

Educational assistance

Employee discount program

Flexible spending accounts

Health Care Account options

Employee assistance program

Life and disability insurance

Monthly bonuses based on productivity

Qualifications

• Experience in extrusion and plastics manufacturing is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple lines ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production targets.

Skills

Extrusion

Plastics Manufacturing

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Overview

Machine Operators needed! NIGHT shift! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen!

paid weekly (additional $1 per hour as shift differential)

7PM to 7AM

• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*
  
  
• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
• Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)
  
  

Overview

Machine Operators needed! NIGHT shift! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen!

Immediately Hiring Machine Operators! Pay range $23.45 to $27.18 (based on experience) paid weekly (additional $1 per hour as shift differential)

Machine Operator available shift: 7PM to 7AM

Compensation

• Pay range $23.45+ $27.18 dependant on experience
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*
  
  

Benefits

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
• Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Healthcare, dependent care
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)
  
  

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

As a Machine Operato r, your role is critical to the success of the line and the team . Each line has a target goal and achievement of these targets ensures we cover our planned costs and help us to achieve profitability each year . A successful business allows for reinvestment in our people, our site, and our business.

Operators are responsible for learning how to operate multiple lines . Our Operators will collaborate with packers, Leads, Supervisors, Maintenance, Quality, etc. to ensure the end product meets or exceeds customer expectations and our internal targets are met . Operators are expected to ensure focus on safety first, quality second, and productivity and teamwork subsequently . Ideally, we are achieving all three each day !

Safety

• Seek to understand and support a safety culture and workplace
• Remain aware of surroundings and obtain knowledge of all required PPE for the job
• Responsible for following all required safety procedures are for each task you do
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Report any safety concern, risk, hazard, near miss, or injury immediately to the appropriate supervision on shift
  
  

Quality

• Will inspect product for defects and packing finished goods into correct configuration
• Validating parts for quality ( weight , diameter , color, clarity )
• Report any concerns on quality of product immediately to appropriate supervision on shift
  
  

Productivity

• Startup/shut down and basic troubleshooting of extruders, thermoformers , automation and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform color changes and job changes according to the production schedule.
• Ensure that all the assigned equipment runs to standard.
• Complete PM duties assigned as part of the TPM program
• Completes all of the necessary paperwork associated with running the line in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in continues improvement projects.
• Works with minimal supervision in the assigned work cell and communicates with the team to escalate problems if needed according to the existing procedures.
• W ork each day to meet or exceed line targets, while ensuring the safety and quality of the team and the product
• O perators should remain focused on work; cell phones use is not permitted unless the line is down, or it is break time
• O perators will support team members who may need assistance or additional training as the need arises…we are one team with team results
• O ther tasks to support the overall team as needed
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Ability to work independently as well as working with others effectively as a part of a team is essential
• Good verbal & interpersonal communication skills; ability to work well in group situations; ability to deal effectively with conflict in mature & consistent manner.
• Flexibility to work overtime and off shifts as needed
• Must be able to stand for 12 hours due to the nature of the work
• Must be able to wear the required PPE to enter the plant/complete the tasks
• We expect regular and timely attendance to avoid disruption to the team and the line .
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com .

Located 30 miles north of Charlotte, Mooresville is a large town located in south western section of Iredell County, North Carolina, and is a part of the fast-growing Charlotte Metro area.

The plant was built in 1996, manufactures cups, lids, and trays, and has approximately 700 employees. Thia plant was also awarded the Safety Plant of the Year & Food Service Manufacture of the Year award.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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