Machine Operator- 2nd Shift

Favors; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Healthcare plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Unique Industries, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator to set up, run, monitor and maintain plate forming machines and associated packaging equipment. The role requires attention to quality, safety and timely production on a multi-line setup.

You will inspect parts, adjust machinery as needed, and perform daily preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance. A team-focused environment emphasizes communication and reliability on the production floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of related experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of machine safety practices such as lock-out/tagout.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain two plate forming presses and two packaging lines.
• Troubleshoot operation issues for forming presses and packaging equipment.
• Supply and install raw materials for presses and packaging lines as needed.
• Monitor product quality from forming to packaging stages.
• Communicate with Packers to ensure continuous production of high-quality output.
• Load paperboard rolls and ensure correct placement on machines.
• Assist Packers when lines run smoothly and efficiently.
• Record machine settings and report issues daily with detailed notes.
• Perform routine cleaning, inspection, and lubrication of machine parts.
• Document productivity and losses with leadership and shift counterparts.

Skills

Mechanical abilities

Math skills

Computer skills

Clean workspace

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years manufacturing experience

Lockout/Tagout safety knowledge

Job description

Unique Industries is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry experience. When you work for Unique, you get all the perks of larger corporations, such as 401K, multiple choices of healthcare plans, generous paid time off, and more. However, the difference between us and a larger corporation is that here at Unique, we are family. Your CEO and management team are involved in day-to-day operations and make sure that each location sees how much they are appreciated through annual company picnics and holiday luncheons. So if you're looking for a job that is exciting, rewarding, and team-focused - then apply today! We would love to have you come join the party.

PRIMARY DUTY

Under the direct supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the Machine Operator is responsible for the set up, operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performing of preventative maintenance on assigned paper plate forming machines. The Machine Operator will also be responsible for inspecting parts to specifications and making any adjustments or changes necessary to maintain a quality product. This position will clean, inspect, and lubricate the machine each day to keep it in good working order.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and maintain a minimum of two plate forming presses along with two sets of packaging lines.
• Troubleshoot problems during operation for both the forming presses and packaging line equipment.
• Supply and install all raw material for the forming presses and packaging equipment as needed.
• Monitor quality of product as it is discharged from forming machines, such as formation, stack configuration, print quality, delivery to packaging line, etc.
• Monitor the quality of the packaged product after passing through the packaging line.
• Communicate with assigned Packers to ensure continuous production of the correct product at high quality levels with minimal wasted time and materials.
• Load paperboard rolls onto machine ensuring placement is correct.
• Assist the Packers in packing product when lines are running efficiently without issue.
• Report machine settings daily and provide detailed feedback about issues and defective parts.
• Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and lubing of machine parts during scheduled times.
• Document production line productivity and losses with leadership and shift counterparts.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good mechanical abilities
• Basic mathematical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Must maintain a clean workspace
• Analytical thinking
• Effective oral and written communication

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or High School Diploma Equivalency required.
• Two years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing role required.
• Knowledge and enforcement of machine safety, i.e., lock-out/tagout procedures, hand tool safety, etc.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and use repetitive hand motions for up to twelve hours.
• While performing the duties of this position this position is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures, and noise. Must wear required PPE at all times on production floor.
• While performing the duties of this job, this position is occasionally required to reach overhead, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Unique Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regards to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.