Machine Operator

Veritiv Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritiv Corporation in the United States is seeking a Machine Operator to safely and efficiently operate production equipment, ensuring parts meet quality and customer specifications and are ready for shipment.

You will perform setup, preventive maintenance, and routine tasks, read work orders, coordinate with other departments, and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crew/team.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the machine per customer specifications and quality requirements.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs and improve systems.
• Read and interpret safety rules, job tickets, and procedure manuals to run jobs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure correct production and shipment.
• Assist in other departments and on special projects as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

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 Range $19 - $21

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

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. The physical requirements listed below are representative of those needed to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• 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 Corporation, headquartered in Atlanta, Veritiv is a leading provider of design-to-delivery packaging, print, and facility solutions. With a diverse team and global reach, we’re helping businesses cut costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiencies that make doing business easier. For more information, visit www.veritiv.com and connect with the Company on LinkedIn.

What We Offer (duplicate)

Engaging and inclusive culture with employee lead 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 and 401k with match start date of hire, paid time off and parental bonding time, tuition reimbursement, annual Profit-Sharing Program and much more! Learn more here.