Paper Bag Production Operator - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Novolex; Kentucky; On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

Novolex is recruiting a Machine Operator in Walton, KY to operate paper bag production equipment for grocery, retail, and specialty bags. The role includes setting up machinery, ensuring material readiness, and reading production orders to maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities include routine quality inspections, reporting jams or defects, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and completing daily production documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or applicable work experience is required.
• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Operate paper bag production equipment to produce grocery bags, retails bags, and specialty paper bag products.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure product quality standards for bag dimensions, print accuracy, glue application, and handle attachment.
• Set up machinery and confirm materials, such as paper rolls, ink, adhesives, and packaging supplies, are prepared before production begins.
• Read and verify production orders to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor equipment during operation and report any issues with jams, print defects, mechanical issues, etc. promptly.
• Complete daily production and quality documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area, ensuring equipment and tools are stored safely and production waste is managed properly.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures to support a safe workplace for everyone.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Paper bag production equipment

Production orders reading

Job description

Novolex is recruiting a Machine Operator in Walton, KY to operate paper bag production equipment for grocery, retail, and specialty bags. The role includes setting up machinery, ensuring material readiness, and reading production orders to maintain accuracy.

Responsibilities include routine quality inspections, reporting jams or defects, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and completing daily production documentation.