Packsize Machine Operator

Orbis Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pack Size Operator to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing production equipment while ensuring high standards of productivity and quality. Your expertise will help minimize downtime and enhance efficiency through effective communication and collaboration with various departments. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and develop your skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about machinery and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Pack Size Operator or machine operator is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Basic math skills

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Machine operation knowledge

Troubleshooting abilities

Mechanical functions knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SAP system

Micrometer

Caliper

Scale

Volt/Ohm Meter

Job description

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.

Shift Requirements

2nd Shift

Job Location

Muscatine, IA US

Job Category

Supply Chain & Logistics

Position Summary

This position will have responsibility for operating, maintaining, and repairing existing production equipment. Responsible for preventive maintenance on Pack size machine.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements of all equipment.
• Troubleshoot any issues of mechanical devices, correct issues as necessary to maintain productivity/quality standards.
• Control downtime by communicating with all departments.
• Maintain equipment, parts and supplies inventories, conserve resources when able.
• Prepare maintenance reports, document and communicate actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner using all personal protective, safety equipment and devices that are required, and comply with company safety policies and procedures.
• Schedules and runs jobs.
• Receives orders.
• Uses SAP system.
• May provide direction to other Pack size Operators.
• Responsible for utilizing computer programs to set up scores, knives, and slots.
• Must be able to select correct board grade and produce cartons, choose correct stock size to run orders most efficiently with minimal waste.
• Must be able to measure samples using rules to detect any deviation in location of scores and creases. Must be able to follow Standard Quality Processes.
• Must be willing to train and mentor Packsize Helper position.
• Be actively involved in Continuous Improvement.

Education / Certifications

Education Required: None
Education Desired: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Skills & Experience

Work Experience Required: Previous Pack Size Operator, Pack Size helper, machine operator or machine.
Knowledge, Skills, Or Abilities Desired:

• Must have basic math, reading, and communication skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend and, where necessary, complete: a blueprint, an electrical schematic, operating and maintenance manuals, a work order, repair parts request, standard and metric tape measure.
• Other measuring equipment: a micrometer, a caliper, a scale, a VOM (Volt/Ohm Meter).
• Advanced knowledge of machine operations and mechanical functions.
• Ability to disassemble, repair, and troubleshoot plant machines.
• Ability to overhaul, rebuild and troubleshoot plant machines.
• Ability to make simple parts or equipment and tools.

Additional Requirements

Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Travel Requirements: None

About Menasha Packaging

Join Menasha Packaging where we are all about the power behind possible! Menasha is the industry’s largest independent, retail-focused corrugated packaging, display, and merchandising solutions provider. We design, print, and produce customized packaging, high-end graphic displays, merchandising material, and e-commerce packaging, and we provide pack-out, fulfillment and supply chain services to retailers and leading global consumer packaged goods companies.

Menasha Packaging, along with ORBIS Corporation, a reusable plastic packaging and supply chain services provider, are companies of Menasha Corporation, one of America’s oldest private, family-owned manufacturing companies. With a history of innovation spanning more than 170 years, Menasha Corporation is headquartered in Neenah, Wis., and has 100 locations in North America and Europe.

You can check out Menasha Corporation’s culture of focusing on employees, operating responsibly, and serving customers in our online Corporate Social Responsibility Report: Corporate Social Responsibility Report.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

About the company

ORBIS helps world-class customers move their products faster, safer and more cost-effectively. Using a proven approach, ORBIS experts analyze their customers’ systems, design a solution and execute a reusable packaging program for longer-term cost savings and sustainability.