Setup Operator 3rd shift

Western States Envelope & Label; Walbridge (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

9 paid holidays

Climate-controlled facility

Job summary

Western States Envelope & Label is seeking a skilled Order Setup Operator (Adjuster) for the Walbridge plant on the 3rd shift. You will set up and configure folding machinery, perform changeovers, and ensure production runs meet specifications.

The role requires experience with production machines, high accuracy, and basic math skills. The position offers a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and a climate-controlled facility with paid time off and benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a machine in a production/manufacturing facility.
• Experience with fast-moving machines and high accuracy.
• Ability to perform basic math across units and read rulers.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-ups.
• Inspect products and adjust machinery to eliminate quality variations.
• Troubleshoot minor operating issues with hand tools and perform minor repairs.
• Operate all machines within the Folding Department.
• Complete labor, time, and quality paperwork accurately.

Skills

Production machine operation

High accuracy

Basic math in all units

Ruler reading

Manual dexterity

Strong initiative

Team player

Job description

SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $5,000.00!Western States Envelope and Label Company brings over 115 years of experience to its clients, providing high-quality envelopes, labels, and packaging that meet and exceed expectations. Our machines can create envelopes from 1”x1" to 22”x27" in a variety of styles. Plus, we have over 150 million envelopes in inventory ready to ship immediately. Since opening for business in 1908, we have remained focused on our customers and employees. Goals, daily targets, invaluable employee input, and continuous improvement have made us one of the largest envelope companies in the United States!We seek a skilled and detail-oriented Order Setup Operator (Adjuster) to join our production team at our Walbridge plant just minutes from Perrysburg! This role ensures efficient and smooth operations by setting up and configuring machinery for production runs. This role involves operating all machines in the department, setting up work orders to specifications, troubleshooting, and performing daily maintenance and minor repairs on envelope folding machines.Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help us uphold our high standards while contributing to our success in delivering top-notch products to our customers. You can also earn 80 hours of paid vacation and up to 3 sick days available within your first year while working in a climate-controlled facility.SHIFT AVAILABLE3rd Shift: 10:30pm - 6:30am Mon- FriHERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:Competitive compensation: Comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.Stability: Family-owned company since 1908!WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?As a key member of our Folding Department, you'll ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our machinery. Your responsibilities will include:Performing daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-ups.Inspecting products and making necessary mechanical adjustments to eliminate quality variations and address mechanical malfunctions.Troubleshooting minor operating difficulties using hand tools.Executing minor machine repairs.Operating all machines within the Folding Department.Examining work orders to determine production specifications.Inspecting product quality following established guidelines.Verifying order accuracy throughout production, including labeling, printing, and packaging.Performing machine wash-up and other general cleaning duties to maintain a tidy workspace.Accurately completing paperwork for labor, time, and quality tracking.Maintaining precise counts of envelopes for boxing, cartonizing, and palletizing.Neatly and uniformly packing envelopes into containers, keeping pace with machine speeds.Placing die-cut paper stacks into machine feeds and splicing paper rolls into web machine feeds.SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE IN THIS ROLE HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLSPrior experience operating a machine specifically in a production/manufacturing facility.Proven experience operating fast moving machines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals is required.Strong ruler reading skillsManual dexterityStrong initiativeTeam playerPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrior Manufacturing experience running a production machine is preferred.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONSStamina & Mobility: Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8–12 hours). Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop.Weight Requirements: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder.Manual Dexterity: Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components.Range of Motion: Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height.Sensory/Vision: Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits. Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation.Work Environment: Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.