Open Food Machine Operator - 1st and Weekend Shift Positions

US_MPC_1000 Menasha Packaging Company , LLC; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Full benefits (medical, dental, vision

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Menasha Packaging Company, LLC is seeking a skilled machine operator to manage vertical form fill seal (VFFS) packaging lines on 1st and Weekend shifts. You will set up, run, monitor quality, and perform routine maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

The role requires basic mechanical troubleshooting, teamwork, and adherence to GMP and safety procedures while learning SAP to navigate production data. This position offers consistent shifts and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience operating packaging machinery or similar equipment.
• Ability to learn SAP and navigate the system.

Responsibilities

• Perform startup checks at the beginning of each shift.
• Set up, operate, adjust, and test VFFS packaging machines.
• Monitor product quality and record results per procedures.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance and simple repairs.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and adhere to GMP standards.

Skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Quality awareness

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies. Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting‑edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you’re going to want to be here. Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

This position is responsible for maintaining, controlling, and operating vertical form fill seal (VFFS) machines and equipment that are used in the manufacturing process. Positions available on 1st and Weekend Shift.

1st Shift - Days, Monday through Thursday Shift, 6:00am - 4:30pm

Weekend Shift - Days, Friday through Sunday Shift, 5:00am - 5:30pm

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Perform startup checks at the beginning of each shift.
• Perform machine setup before each shift and perform testing procedures to ensure that machines work optimally during production, logging results electronically by hour against set efficiency targets.
• Ensure that all partial pallets, bags, containers, are available and accessible.
• Perform front line preventative maintenance.
• Monitor and perform routine adjustments and calibrations on each Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) machine.
• Monitor all product to be packaged to ensure best quality standards are being met against provided work instructions.
• Maintain proficiency in operations in three key areas: equipment maintenance, safety and environmental awareness, and effective operations.
• Set up (assemble & disassemble), change over, operate, monitor, and adjust equipment on vertical form and fill and seal packaging equipment to meet all finished pouch quality specification and production requirements.
• Disassemble, clean, and sanitize packaging & support equipment using designated cleaning chemicals following documented safety and cleaning procedures for product changeovers.
• Adheres to all GMP, including sanitary requirements, Food Safety, Safety, and Standardized Work procedures so there is no cross contamination of product.
• Ensure equipment lockout procedure is used prior to doing any cleaning or adjustment/repair which requires safety guards to be removed, or which may expose employees to injury through inadvertent movement of machine parts.
• Troubleshoot and/or identify equipment failures or problems.
• Perform minor troubleshooting, part replacement, and maintenance of packaging and related equipment.
• Report any need for equipment repair or maintenance.
• Ability to learn SAP and navigate the system.
• Ensure that all material and packaging are correct and meet all the customer and Company specifications against provided work instructions.
• Ensure adequate housekeeping in the work area throughout the day to include maintaining and cleaning machine(s) before and after each shift.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma desired Mechanical and troubleshooting ability At least 3 years in manufacturing position At Least 3 years in a machine operator position

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to interpret written and oral instructions
• Ability to troubleshoot problems on VFFS Baggers
• Ability to run and manage two baggers simultaneously
• Understanding of food standards and allergens, in relations to machine operations
• Ability to produce at a high level
• Ability to be proactive vs. reactive
• Ability to work with plant management for required results
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to the job
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to plan ahead and follow schedules

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

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. Work is performed primarily in a fast‑paced environment.

Must be able to stand throughout entire shift to attend to issues with machinery. Walking throughout the Packaging area Stand for long periods of time during production run. Bend throughout the work shift if loading blocks on pallet. Lift up to 25 pounds and move item short distances. Reach below shoulder level to lift blocks off conveyor. Pull trash receptacles. Push levers, brooms and shovels. Climb ladders to bins and multiple flights of stairs between floors of the building throughout the day. Primarily works in a production warehouse setting Walking, standing, lifting & bending for duration of shift.

All Menasha Packaging employees must conduct their work in a manner that complies with all legal standards and meets customer expectations. They will maintain quality standards by establishing, enforcing and adhering to organizational standards set forth in published policies, procedures and processes. The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

BENEFITS

The expected salary range for this position is $24.50 - $25.00 per hour (based on Shift). This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short- and Long-term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Menasha Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with employer.

MISSION & VISION

Two companies, one vision. Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe. Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online. Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. Our products and services are used by global, name‑brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over‑the‑counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

CULTURE

Our culture, based on a history of family ownership, encourages employees to create, collaborate, support communities, and build meaningful careers. We believe there’s strength in diversity and that our people are the power behind possible. Equity, inclusion and diversity, workplace safety, and sustainability are values that are woven into the fabric of everything we do.