Operator 1 - Large Machines Days

Viaflex, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Onsite fitness center

Job summary

Viaflex, Inc. is seeking a production operator to run various large machines in a manufacturing setting. You will load/unload materials, monitor equipment, and package products for shipment while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, the ability to learn, and adherence to ISO quality practices. Prior forklift experience is helpful but not always required; training may be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Experience in machine operation not required but helpful.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload material during production runs.
• Package material for shipment (cutting, wrapping, palletizing, banding, labeling).
• Monitor material and machine conditions throughout production.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area with general housekeeping.
• Learn to set up and operate large machines.
• Demonstrate Viaflex Team Member Values daily.
• Assist in other areas as needed and similar duties.
• Support quality management alignment with ISO standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Self-motivated

Minimal supervision

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

Computer proficiency

Communication

Eye-hand coordination

Stamina to stand

Forklift operation

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY:

Operate various types of large machines in a production environment in order to produce a product. Types of machines are (but not limited to) extrusion, laminator, tarp machine, winder, seal cart, etc.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Load and unload material throughout production run.
• Package material for shipment by cutting, wrapping, palletizing, banding, labeling, etc.
• Monitor material and machine conditions.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area by completing general housekeeping tasks.
• Learn how to set up and operate large machines.
• Demonstrates Viaflex Team Member Values in their daily actions and encourages their teams to do the same.
• May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.
• Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Previous machine operation experience preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Aptitude to learn mechanical skills. Team player who is self-motivated and has ability to work with minimal supervision. Basic math skills. Ability to work at a fast pace efficiently. Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records. Proficient with computers. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Good eye/hand coordination. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to operate forklift, pallet mover, or hoist equipment. Forklift certification may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k. We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits. Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.