Machine Operator II

ALPLA Group; Iowa City, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Recognition programs

Hands-on training

Job summary

ALPLA Group in Iowa City seeks a Machine Operator I to manage a production line from start to finish, including setup, operation, packaging, and line changeovers. You’ll monitor quality, perform routine maintenance, and work with a team to meet safety standards and production goals.

Training and advancement opportunities are available in a stable, sustainability-focused company. The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and mechanical ability, with competitive pay and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1.5 years experience as ALPLA Machine Operator I or at least 3 years equivalent outside experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.

Responsibilities

• Overall line responsibility from production to packaging.
• Start / Stop the machine.
• Performs parison controls.
• Makes minor process adjustments to ensure good quality and efficiency.
• Monitors Material control (weight distribution, regrind levels, watch tail lengths, etc)
• Performs regular quality control throughout the shift and visual quality checks.
• Prepares machine for mold change.
• Changing speed and cycle times.
• Troubleshooting.
• Ensure goods are produced in correct quantity and in accordance with agreed specifications.
• Accurately records goods produced, and problems encountered during shift.
• Performs color changes and material changes
• Performs autonomous maintenance activities.
• Provides directions to Packaging Operators and Machine Operators I, as needed.
• Develops Machine Operator I by providing and supporting training activities.
• Covers for Shift Supervisor when needed.
• Assist Supervisor or Mold Change Team with mold/color changes as needed.
• Working together in a Team
• Ensure team works together as efficiently as possible.
• Maintain good housekeeping in and around the machine and within department

Skills

Mechanical ability

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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

Ready to Build Your Future?

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.

Main Responsibilities:

• Overall line responsibility from production to packaging
  • Start / Stop the machine
  • Performs parison controls
  • Makes minor process adjustments to ensure good quality and efficiency
  • Monitors Material control (weight distribution, regrind levels, watch tail lengths, etc)
  • Performs regular quality control throughout the shift and visual quality checks
  • Prepares machine for mold change
  • Changing speed and cycle times
  • Troubleshooting
  • Ensure goods are produced in correct quantity and in accordance with agreed specifications
  • Accurately records goods produced, and problems encountered during shift
  • Performs color changes and material changes
  • Performs autonomous maintenance activities
• Provides directions to Packaging Operators and Machine Operators I, as needed
• Develops Machine Operator I by providing and supporting training activities
• Covers for Shift Supervisor when needed
• A ssist Supervisor or Mold Change Team with mold/color changes as needed
• Working together in a Team
  • Ensure team works together as efficiently as possible
• Maintain good housekeeping in and around the machine and within department

Performance Metrics:

• Waste
• Quality checks
• Autonomous maintenance completion
• Ensures Accountability
• Decision Quality
• Communicates Effectively
• Values Differences
• Drives Results

Qualifications and Requirements :

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1.5 years experience as ALPLA Machine Operator I or at least 3 years equivalent outside experience preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated mechanical ability

P hysical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee 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 and talk or 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). #IOWA1 #entrylevel

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.

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