Machine Operator - Night

Sealed Air; Hudson (NC); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid elder care

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air in Hudson, NC seeks a Night Shift Machine Operator to run equipment, monitor production, and ensure quality during the 12:00 AM–8:00 AM shift. Responsibilities include line start/shutdown, setting up machines, and following SOPs to maintain safe and efficient operations.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, strong mechanical aptitude, good communication, and basic math/computer skills. Training on SOC and lab tests is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience as the main operator.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce finished goods per specs.
• Safely stop equipment in normal or emergency conditions.
• Set up machine to SOC using correct conditions.
• Use computer systems to set run conditions within SOC.
• Start up and shut down production lines.
• Follow SOPs to operate safely and efficiently.
• Use production reporting systems.
• Safely operate lab equipment and test film samples.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Team player

Basic math

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Job description

dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

United States, North Carolina, Hudson

Jul 31, 2026

Job Description

Machine Operator - Night

Hudson

Requisition ID: 55749

Job Description

Shift: Night - 12:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Shift Premium Amount: $1.00
Pay Rate: $22.55

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate equipment to produce finished goods to production specifications.
• Understand and be able to safely STOP equipment during normal conditions and during an emergency.
• Set Machine up to SOC using the appropriate conditions.
• Use a computer system to set run conditions and adjust as necessary within SOC.
• Perform Line start up and Line shut down.
• Understand and safely operate equipment.
• Follow all training documents or standard operating procedures (SOP) to operate the line safely and efficiently.
• Ability to use production reporting systems to fulfill job functions.
• Always safely operate lab equipment.
• Understand all quality lab equipment and be able to operate and adjust as necessary to safely test film samples.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a manufacturing industry as the main operator of one or multiple processes
• Strong mechanical aptitude is desired.
• Ability to make sound decisions and follow guidelines.
• Must have good communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math, reading, and computer skills.
• High awareness toward safety.
• Ability to solve problems and apply critical thinking.
• Able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level courses or trade school preferred, but not necessary.
• Ability to operate cranes, forklift, and other related equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, and bending.
• Pushing, pulling, lifting at least 40lbs.
• Hand and eye coordination.
• Use stairs and hand tools as required by job.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Information at a Glance

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.