Night Shift Assistant Machine Operator - Production

Pregis Corporation; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Plymouth, IN is seeking an Assistant Operator. The role involves assisting in production setups, catching planks from conveyors, and operating forklifts. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with prior manufacturing experience preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow safety procedures are essential. This position has rotating shifts and physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
• Prior manufacturing or warehouse experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure and document quality data.
• Forklift and industrial vehicle operation experience.
• Safety-conscious mindset and ability to follow standardized work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Operator in setting up and running production lines.
• Catch planks from the conveyor and stack them appropriately.
• Grind plank scrap for material recovery.
• Operate forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles.
• Perform quality checks including vacuum tests and micrometer readings.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Safety-conscious mindset

Forklift operation experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP or similar ERP systems

Forklifts

Job description

A manufacturing firm in Plymouth, IN is seeking an Assistant Operator. The role involves assisting in production setups, catching planks from conveyors, and operating forklifts. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with prior manufacturing experience preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow safety procedures are essential. This position has rotating shifts and physical requirements including lifting up to 50 lbs.