Machine Operator 2:30P - 10:30P

Western States; Town of Butler (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in envelope production is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator for the 2nd shift. Join a stable, family-owned business with over 115 years of history, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and efficiency. Enjoy competitive compensation, paid time off, and opportunities for growth while working in a climate-controlled environment.

Benefits

401k with company match

9 paid holidays

80 hours of PTO

Sick days from the first year

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a machine in a manufacturing or production facility.
• Strong initiative and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Operate envelope production machines in a production environment.
• Inspect product quality and maintain machine speeds.
• Load, unload, and move materials within the plant.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Team player

Basic math skills

Education

Prior manufacturing experience

Job description

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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Are you ready to play a crucial role in our production process? We are seeking a dedicated Production Machine Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll operate our envelope production machines at our climate-controlled Butler facility, near Milwaukee. Machine Operators safely operate our fast-running envelope machines in a production environment. They examine work orders to meet specifications, inspect product quality according to established guidelines using tools like a ruler, and pack envelopes uniformly and neatly, keeping up with machine speeds. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help us uphold high standards and deliver top-notch products to our customers. You can also earn 80 hours of paid vacation and up to 3 sick days within your first year while working in a climate-controlled facility. SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 2nd Shift: 2:30 pm - 10:30 pm, M-F, with a $0.75/hr shift premium.

HERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

• Competitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.
• Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, sick days from the first year.
• Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.
• Stability: Family-owned for over 115 years.

WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?

• Loads, unloads, and moves materials, tooling, and finished products within the plant.
• Operates a hand truck to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Counts, weighs, and records units of materials handled daily.
• Removes, empties, and returns paper waste bins, depositing waste in recycling containers.
• Primarily responsible for the quality of the product made by their assigned machine.
• Maintains adequate levels of adhesive and paper to ensure continuous production.
• Applies inspection procedures to all produced envelopes.
• Maintains machine speeds as set by the supervisor and adjuster.

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience operating a machine in a manufacturing or production facility.
• Manual dexterity and strong initiative.
• Team player with basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing).
• Preferred: prior manufacturing experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Stand for the duration of the shift (minus breaks).
• Lift up to 20 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Perform repetitive grasping, twisting, reaching, bending, and stooping.
• Have tactile/touch sensory ability, near and far visual acuity, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Apply reasoning, mechanical aptitude, and mathematical skills for equipment operation.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply online at this link.