Machine Operator: Coating & Finishing — 12h Rotating Shifts

UPM - The Biofore Company; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety and wellbeing

Meaningful job

Development opportunities

Sustainability commitment

Job summary

UPM - The Biofore Company in Mills River, North Carolina, seeks a Machine Operator to safely operate finishing and coating equipment, ensuring high-quality products and meeting customer specs. The role offers a hands-on environment with cross-training opportunities and a strong emphasis on safety.

You will monitor product quality, report issues promptly, and collaborate with multiple teams to support smooth shift transitions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to procedures.
• Comfort using computers and digital systems for data entry and reporting.
• Willingness to cross-train and contribute to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate finishing and coating equipment safely to meet product specs.
• Monitor quality and raise safety or process concerns promptly.
• Collaborate across production areas and participate in cross-training.
• Support shift handovers and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety compliance

Data entry & reporting

Team collaboration

Tools

Forklifts

Reel movers

Job description

UPM - The Biofore Company in Mills River, North Carolina, seeks a Machine Operator to safely operate finishing and coating equipment, ensuring high-quality products and meeting customer specs. The role offers a hands-on environment with cross-training opportunities and a strong emphasis on safety.

You will monitor product quality, report issues promptly, and collaborate with multiple teams to support smooth shift transitions and continuous improvement.