Pouch Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (10 hour Shift M-TH)

ePac Flexible Packaging Australia; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Cross training and development

Overtime available

Job summary

ePac Flexible Packaging in Austin is seeking a Pouch Operator to set up and run pouch making machines that convert laminated films into pouches meeting customer specifications. You will read specs, adjust equipment, and ensure quality throughout the production run.

Responsibilities include monitoring machinery, correcting defects, measuring dimensions, assisting teammates, performing routine maintenance, and generating production reports.

Qualifications

• Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment.
• Be able to work safely around operating machinery.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications and previous run data to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction and makes corrections.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Assists and cooperates with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
• Performs changeovers, maintenance and PM on equipment.
• Quality Control checks and production reports.

Skills

Manual coordination

Dexterity

Operating machinery safety

Job description

ePac Flexible Packaging is a fast growing global flexible packaging company with locations around the world. Built on break-through digital technologies, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac was founded in 2016 with a focus on helping small and medium sized brands compete with great packaging, and today serves thousands of brands of all sizes. In all corners of the world where ePac operates, the company strives to serve the communities in which we reside and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

https://epacflexibles.com/

Benefits

This role offers a competitive hourly rate up to $23 / hour based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes:

• 3 Medical Plan Options
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer paid Short and Long term disability
• 401K with employer match
• 120 hours Paid Time off
• Paid holidays
• Potential for profit sharing
• Cross training and development
• Overtime Available!
• and more!

Summary Of Position

The Pouch Operator sets up and operates pouch making machines that convert laminated films into pouches that meet or exceed customer quality specifications by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction. Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
• Perform changeovers, maintenance and PM on equipment
• Quality Control checks and production reports

Non-essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
• Be able to work safely around operating machinery

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster

The Pay Range For This Role Is

20 - 23 USD per hour (Austin)