Operator I - 3rd Shift

Pregis; Elkhorn (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Gainsharing opportunities

Shift differential

Weekend premiums

Overtime pay

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k)

Job summary

Pregis in Elkhorn, WI is seeking a Machine Operator I to operate converting equipment, monitor quality, and support production goals on the 3rd shift (10:00pm-6:15am), Monday–Friday. You will participate in packaging, inventory, and safety initiatives while growing technical skills for advancement.

The role emphasizes hands-on work with machinery, adherence to procedures, and reliable attendance in a collaborative environment. Pregis offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer and technical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and team-oriented mindset.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned converting equipment to support daily production goals.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality throughout production runs.
• Maintain production materials and supplies to minimize machine downtime.
• Meet or exceed production standards while maintaining quality expectations.
• Learn and demonstrate proficiency on multiple converting machines.
• Conduct visual and physical inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Perform quality audits and accurately record inspection results.
• Identify and report quality concerns to prevent non-conforming products and reduce waste.
• Read and follow work instructions, production documents, and machine specifications.
• Calculate and verify production data as required.
• Package, palletize, label, and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Create and apply product labels.
• Properly dispose of production scrap according to procedures.
• Accurately record production information within machine and production systems.
• Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.
• Participate in workplace organization initiatives, including 5S activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Communicate effectively during shift transitions to ensure smooth production handoffs.
• Work collaboratively with operators, technicians, and other team members.
• Assist coworkers and support team success whenever possible.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

SOP adherence

Team orientation

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business– We’re Protecting What Matters. Including Your Future.

Why Join Pregis?

At Pregis, you're joining more than a packaging company. You're joining a growing, innovative organization where your contributions matter and your career can thrive. As a privately held industry leader with more than $1 billion in annual revenue, 2,700+ employees, 25+ manufacturing and warehouse locations, and over $300 million invested into our operations in recent years, we're committed to long-term growth, innovation, and investing in our people.

Machine Operator I

Location: Elkhorn, WI

Shift: 3rd Shift – 10:00pm-6:15am

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Build Your Future with Pregis

As a Converting Operator I, you'll play a key role operating converting equipment, monitoring product quality, supporting production goals, and helping to ensure a safe and efficient manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, working with machinery, and developing technical skills that can lead to advancement opportunities within operations.

What You'll Do

Machine Operation & Production

• Safely operate assigned converting equipment to support daily production goals.
• Monitor machine performance and product quality throughout production runs.
• Maintain production materials and supplies to minimize machine downtime.
• Meet or exceed production standards while maintaining quality expectations.
• Learn and demonstrate proficiency on multiple converting machines.

Quality & Process Control

• Conduct visual and physical inspections to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Perform quality audits and accurately record inspection results.
• Identify and report quality concerns to prevent non-conforming products and reduce waste.
• Read and follow work instructions, production documents, and machine specifications.
• Calculate and verify production data as required.

Packaging & Inventory Support

• Package, palletize, label, and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Create and apply product labels.
• Properly dispose of production scrap according to procedures.
• Accurately record production information within machine and production systems.

Safety & Workplace Organization

• Follow all company safety policies and operating procedures.
• Participate in workplace organization initiatives, including 5S activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

Teamwork & Communication

• Communicate effectively during shift transitions to ensure smooth production handoffs.
• Work collaboratively with operators, technicians, and other team members.
• Assist coworkers and support team success whenever possible.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment.

Required Skills

What We're Looking For

• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer and technical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and team-oriented mindset.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, bend, twist, and stoop throughout the workday.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment and moving machinery.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Stable work history with at least three years of employment experience.
• Manufacturing, production, warehouse, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Experience working in a quality-driven environment is a plus.

Benefits & Rewards

At Pregis, we invest in our employees' success both on and off the job. In addition to competitive pay, eligible employees may qualify for sign-on bonuses, referral bonuses, gainsharing opportunities, shift differentials, weekend premiums, and overtime pay. We also offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off benefits to support you and your family.

Comprehensive Benefits Starting Early

Eligible employees have access to a robust benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Annual merit increases to your base compensation
• Shift-differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Short-Term Disability coverage at no cost to employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Floating Holidays
• Structured 8-week training program, receiving hands‑on instruction, mentorship, and support
• Opportunities for growth - become a technical expert, team lead, supervisor, or move into other areas of the business, we'll help you get there.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.