Machine Operator

Paragon Staffing, LLC; South River (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking a qualified Machine Operator who will be responsible for operating and maintaining packaging machinery. This direct hire position requires technical skills, attention to quality control, and adherence to safety protocols. Competitive compensation is offered, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including vacation and health insurance.

Benefits

2 weeks paid vacation prorated from start date

8 sick/personal days

9 paid holidays

401k 3% Company Match

Annual profit-sharing bonus

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Free Life insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Referral Program with bonus

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous experience operating manufacturing machinery required.
• Previous experience with plastics injection molding required.
• Leadership/Team Lead/Supervising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance on packaging machinery.
• Calibrate packaging machines to maintain quality and safety.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge/aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, running, adjusting, cleaning, and monitoring their assigned machine, to be a successful packaging machine operator, one needs to have technical skills to operate and troubleshoot machinery, attention to detail for quality control, and a strong focus on safety.

(THIS IS NOT A FORKLIFT POSITION)

Note: This is a direct hire position, not a temp-to-hire.


Responsibilities/Duties

• Regularly inspect, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on packaging machinery and equipment to ensure they are operating at peak efficiency.
• Diagnose and repair issues with packaging equipment promptly to minimize downtime.
• Ensure that packaging machines are calibrated correctly to maintain the quality and consistency of packaging materials and products.
• Ensure that all packaging machinery adheres to safety regulations and protocols
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance to track maintenance schedules and identify areas for improvement.
• Operates forklifts to load/unload materials.

Requirements

• 2 years of previous experience operating manufacturing machinery(required)
• Mechanical knowledge/aptitude (required)
• Understanding of what the machine is for, how it works, and best practices
• Previous experience with plastics injection molding(required)
• Must have experience in programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word
• Leadership/Team Lead/Supervising experience is preferred.

Shift Availability
All shifts available

Compensation :
Up to $25/per hour.

Benefits Package

• 2 weeks paid vacation prorated from start date
• 8 sick/personal days
• 9 paid holidays
• 401k 3% Company Match and annual profit-sharing bonus (eligible for the first of the
• month following 90 days of employment)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (eligible for the first of the month
• following 30 days of employment)
• Free Life insurance and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Referral Program with bonus

Location:
Monroe, NJ 08831