Machine Operator I -Days

ALPLA Group; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

ALPLA Florence Plant in Florence, KY is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to join our plastics manufacturing team. You will manage a production line from start to finish, ensure correct quantities and quality, and perform autonomous maintenance while upholding safety and housekeeping standards.

We value reliability, teamwork, and an eye for detail. The job operates on a 12-hour rotating shift (6 AM–6:30 PM) with every other weekend. Prior plastics or manufacturing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical background in plastics industry preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Values accountability and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Overall line responsibility from production to packaging.
• Produce and package goods to specifications.
• Accurately records goods produced and issues during shift.
• Ensure product meets quality specifications.
• Autonomous maintenance activities.
• Line cleaning and line clearance.
• Assist Mold Change Team with mold changes as needed.
• Work as a team and maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Mechanical ability

Teamwork

Accountability

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

ALPLA Florence Plant
7080 New Buffington Rd
Florence, KY 41042, USA

Description

Build a Career, Not Just a Job Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.

As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.

At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.

What You Can Expect from ALPLA

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Hands-on training and professional development
• A stable, growing company committed to sustainability

WHAT YOU WILL ENJOY DOING

Schedule: 6 AM to 6:30 PM, 12-hours (2-2-3 rotation working every other weekend)

Main Responsibilities:

• Overall line responsibility from production to packaging
• Ensure goods are produced and packaged in correct quantity and in accordance with agreed specifications
• Accurately records goods produced, and problems encountered during shift
• Ensures product meets all quality specifications
• Autonomous maintenance activities
• Line cleaning and line clearance
• Assists Machine Operator II/Supervisor and Mold Change Team with mold changes as needed
• Working together in a Team
• Ensure team works together as efficiently as possible
• Maintains good housekeeping within department

Performance Metrics:

• Waste
• Quality checks
• Autonomous maintenance completion

What Makes You Great

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Technical/mechanical background in Plastics Industry preferred

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Technical Background in Plastics Industry preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated mechanical ability
• Ensures Accountability
• Decision Quality
• Communicates Effectively
• Values Differences

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job:

• The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and very occasionally to climb or balance.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Speak and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 10 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA).

#Hourly #FLO

ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Experience

1 year: Machine Operator -Plastic Extrusion/Stretch Blow Mold

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