Machine Operator (3rd Shift)

PAC Worldwide; Bethlehem (Clearfield County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid breaks

Great benefits

Job summary

A leading packaging manufacturer in Bethlehem is seeking a Machine Operator to operate and maintain machinery in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include monitoring machines, performing quality checks, and adhering to safety procedures. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and have some manufacturing experience. The position offers a competitive pay rate with shift differentials and robust benefits, including paid breaks and a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Capable of reading safety rules.
• Able to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess good organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain a machine.
• Adhere to plant safety policies and procedures.
• Display proficiency in all quality processes and procedures.

Skills

Ability to read work instructions

Good interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

As the Machine Operator, you will operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain a machine in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for maintaining standard operations of the machine including making adjustments and changes depending on the situation and work order requirements.

Shift Information

Shift: 3rd Shift, Sunday - Thursday, 11:00pm - 7:00am

Weekly Pay, Paid Breaks & Great Benefits!

Starting Pay Rate: $20.75/hr plus $2.10 shift differential per hour

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and understand work orders, including special instructions
• Print labels and adhere to finished goods and pallets
• Enter a Safety, Maintenance, and/or Planning request when needed
• Complete necessary changeovers in the allotted time
• Complete proper shift turnover process
• Demonstrate full proficiency and proper Operator techniques for at least one machine within Machine Group meeting quality standards. Machine Groups are currently defined as Paper, Poly, Sideweld/Wickets, and Auxiliary (Bubble, etc.)
• Meet production and throughput standards
• Execute machine operating procedures such as: adjust tension control, unwind, roll change, perform regular maintenance and adjustments and troubleshooting (specific tasks will vary per machine) Set up, operate, and maintain label applicator bander Case Sealing (Tape) machine, including adjustments and troubleshoot issues with the machines
• Move the punch, release liner, bubble piercer, and cooling bars safely and efficiently
• Understand and perform machine-specific Preventative Maintenance
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety & Housekeeping Duties And Responsibilities

• Adhere to all Plant Safety policies and procedures, including identifying the location of machine safety devices (E-Stop, light curtains, etc.), demonstrating and understanding the process of reporting all incidents, injuries, illnesses, and first aid, demonstrating and understanding the proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures, and always using proper PPE for processes that require additional PPE
• Safely and efficiently stop the machine for any reason or concern such as safety, quality, production, or jams
• Safely and efficiently clean the knife of foreign debris and add glue to the glue tank, when needed
• Inspect and utilize hoist safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area by removing scrap, dumping trash, keeping floors swept, etc.

Quality Duties And Responsibilities

• Display proficiency in all quality processes and procedures, including quality checks, detection of defects, and carton configuration, etc.
• Utilize all quality tools and equipment necessary, including rulers, thickness gauges, force gauges, etc.
• Verify raw material is correct
• Make production entries without errors in allotted time

Teamwork, Training, & PAC Values Duties And Responsibilities

• Work as a team with all PAC Team Members by communicating and cooperating in a clear and professional manner
• Communicate all concerns regarding safety, quality, or production to the appropriate personnel
• Maintain good attendance
• Successfully complete and pass Core Operator Training Modules for designated machine group
• Successfully complete a basic Leadership/Communication training
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of running a CM Machine

Supervisory Responsibilities

none

Qualifications

General

• Capable of reading work instructions
• Capable of reading safety rules
• Capable of reading a ruler
• Able to adapt and work efficiently in a fast-pace environment

Education And/or Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalency
• At least 6 months of manufacturing work history desired

Language Skills

• Must be able to be trained to read, speak, and write English with good interpersonal skills

Mathematical Skills

• Must be capable of performing addition, subtraction, multiplication and division calculations.

Reasoning Ability

• Must possess good organization and time management skills and practices

Computer Skills

• Must be capable of using a computer to perform data entry and printing functions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Physical Demands

• Work is performed by using both hands and arms while in a standing position for an eight to twelve-hour shift. Frequently bends, reaches, twists, pushes, pulls, squats, or kneels.
• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. from floor to waist on a regular basis.

Work Environment

• Employee will primarily be working inside in a semi climate-controlled manufacturing environment in order to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PAC Worldwide is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Request an accommodation here: [email protected]