Operator I - Large Machines Days **Monday - Thursday**

Viaflex; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Viaflex is seeking an Operator I for their Sioux Falls location. This role involves operating large machines, loading/unloading materials, and ensuring a clean, safe workspace. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and an aptitude for mechanical tasks, with opportunities for career growth in a leading manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability insurance

401k plan

Workplace flexibility policies

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance programs

Onsite fitness center

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Previous machine operation experience preferred.
• Ability to work at a fast pace efficiently.
• Team player who is self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload material throughout the production run.
• Package material for shipment by cutting, wrapping, palletizing.
• Monitor material and machine conditions.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Basic math skills

Communication

Eye/hand coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet mover

Hoist equipment

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Description

After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together.

Job Details

Description

After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together.

The Viaflex team finds its passion in creating film and sheeting solutions that outperform and outlast. With a focus on preserving customer assets and protecting Earth’s resources, Viaflex creates liners, covers, and barriers that make a positive impact in the markets we serve. From design and manufacturing to on-site installation, our highly skilled team never stops striving to improve.

Essential Functions

• Load and unload material throughout the 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.
  
  

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 can work with minimal supervision. Can perform basic math skills. Ability to work at a fast pace efficiently. Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records. Proficient with a computer. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff. Good eye/hand coordination. Ability to stand for long periods. Ability to operate a 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’ve 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.

EEOC STATEMENT: Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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