Machine Operator- Mill

Cascades; Pryor Creek (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Retirement plan

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Employee assistance program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Cascades is hiring a Machine Operator- Mill in Pryor, Oklahoma. This role focuses on operating on the production floor with safety as a priority, including forklift and crane operations. Rotating shifts (2,2,3) and 7–7 schedules are required, with a starting pay of $26.05 per hour and a full benefits package.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to set up winders, slitters, and wrapping operations while maintaining high quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous production experience with rotating shifts is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in safety and housekeeping improvements.
• Operate forklift and clamp truck, set up winders and slitters.
• Operate overhead cranes and wrap station.
• Handle parent rolls and related tagging/wrapping.
• Collaborate with a team and other operators on the floor.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Every day, our team takes pride in rolling up their sleeves to create products that are mindful of the environment.
Join us as a Machine Operator- Mill in Pryor and help bring materials to life in a workplace where health and safety always come first.

What’s in it for you

Taking care of our people is in our nature - so you’ll enjoy:

• Starting pay $26.05
• Must be able to work rotational schedule (2,2,3) and hours from 7-7 on nights/days.
• A full range of benefits: group insurance, telemedicine, and an employer-contributed retirement plan
• Profit sharing and employee share purchase plan - so you can share in our success
• Employee assistance program, because your physical and mental well-being matters
• Referral bonus - help grow the team and get rewarded

What you’ll do

As a Machine Operator- Mill, you’ll be at the heart of operations - right on the floor where materials take shape.
Your day-to-day:

• Active participation in safety and housekeeping improvements in work all work areas
• Forklift and clamp truck operations
• Set up winder and slitters
• Operation of overhead cranes
• Wrap station operation
• Parent roll handling (including, but not limited to: roll tags, locations, wrapping of parent rolls, etc.)
• Working in a team environment with the other third hand member

Your strengths as a Machine Operator- Mill

You are a natural fit for this role if:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Previous production experience with rotating shifts is preferred
• Results driven individual who challenges the status quo
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A team member who demonstrates leadership, builds strong relationships, and collaborates with colleagues while embracing our values and ethics

If you bring the same care to who you are as to what you do, we’d love to meet you!

Please read this important information below:

This position is designated as safety-sensitive. Applicants selected for further consideration will be required to successfully complete a background check, drug screening, and job-related medical evaluation.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results and compliance with company policies and all applicable federal and Oklahoma state laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws.

Cascades values diversity and inclusion and considers all applications equitably. This posting is for an active vacancy within our organization.

Since 1964, Cascades has been driving innovation in the manufacturing sector by offering sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recycling.

At Cascades, we respect nature. And above all, we respect our 9,000 employees. With more than 65 facilities across North America, we offer a committed and diverse environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to the company’s success.