Machine Operator I — 4-Day Week, 1st Shift

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

11 paid holidays per calendar year

Company-paid life and short-term-dis.

Wellness, employee discount, and-rew.

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator I to join the Rochester manufacturing team. You will set up and operate production equipment for flexible packaging, including bags and pouches, ensuring quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with machinery, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a Monday–Thursday schedule with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production equipment and reading job orders or routing instructions.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and GMP/SQE requirements.
• Flexibility to work a 4-day schedule and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate production machinery with guidance.
• Operate multiple machines and secondary equipment to meet standards.
• Perform in-process quality inspections and document results.
• Read and follow job orders, routing instructions, and specifications.
• Monitor machine performance, speed, and waste, and report issues.
• Assist with basic training of new machine operators and packers.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow LOTO/ PPE rules.

Skills

Machine operation

Manufacturing experience

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Job description

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Machine Operator I to join the Rochester manufacturing team. You will set up and operate production equipment for flexible packaging, including bags and pouches, ensuring quality and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with machinery, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a Monday–Thursday schedule with overtime as required.