Machine Operator

Veritiv; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 30,572 - 43,542; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veritiv is seeking a Machine Operator in Union City, CA to safely and efficiently operate a machine and provide labor support to production areas. Responsibilities include ensuring product readiness for shipment per quality standards and customer specifications.

Requirements include High School Diploma or GED and 1–3 years of related experience; must work well in a team and alone, with the ability to handle multiple projects and adapt to changes. Hourly rate is set by the CBA at 26.90.

Qualifications

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations with limited standardization.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine per customer specifications and quality requirements while meeting deadlines and safety policies.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs when needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Read and interpret safety rules, instructions, tickets, and manuals to run jobs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure correct production and shipping.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Purpose

Our Machine Operator will safely and efficiently operate a machine and will work on a variety of positions to supply technical and labor support to production areas as needed for the facility operation. Responsibilities also include ensuring product produced is ready for shipment to customers based on quality and customer specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Use and set up machine to operate each job according to customer specifications and quality requirements while meeting internal and external deadlines and following all safety policies and regulations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and other repairs when needed.
• Actively participate in Company's continuous improvement process by seeking ways to improve systems and drive cost out of the process.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, job tickets, and procedure manuals furnished in written oral, diagram, or schedule form to run jobs on machine.
• Work together with other departments to make sure job is produced and shipped out correctly.
• Perform other duties as assigned like assisting in other departments and working on special projects as needed.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team.
• Hourly rate per CBA is 26.90

Work Experience

• 1-3 years of related job experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED

Physical Requirements

This job operates in a production environment using standard equipment with exposure to loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see.

• Walking/Standing – walk and stand when operating machine.
• Ability to lift, twist, push, pull, and carry items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance when needed, and utilize pallet jacks or forklifts (if certified) for skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds.

What We Offer

• Engaging and inclusive culture with employee‑led Employee Resource Groups, Veritiv Cultural Alliance, recognition platform, etc.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Collaborative atmosphere with our customers and suppliers to create healthier, safer and more sustainable communities through our responsible operations and innovative solutions.
• Healthcare benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and health savings account), life, AD&D, and disability insurance, 401k, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and other fringe benefits.

About Veritiv

Together with its subsidiaries, Veritiv is the leading full‑service provider of packaging solutions. Veritiv also provides JanSan, hygiene, print and publishing products and services. Veritiv serves customers in a wide range of industries, through team members around the world helping shape the success of its customers. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

Veritiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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