Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Erlanger Location - Erlanger, KY 41018

Overview

Salary Range $18.75 - $19.60 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Second Education Level Equivalent Work Experience Travel Percentage None Category Manufacturing

Description

SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $550.00 for joining our 2nd Shift team!

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!

Are you ready to play a crucial role in our production process? We're seeking a dedicated Production Machine Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll run our envelope production machines at our climate-controlled factory in Erlanger, KY.

SHIFT AVAILABLE 2nd Shift: 4:30pm - 3:00am Mon-Thu. (Friday, Saturday Sunday off) When Mandatory Overtime is scheduled: 4:30pm - 3:00am Mon-Fri (Saturday, Sunday off)

HERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

• Competitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.
• Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, Sick Days starting your first year 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?

• Loads, unloads and moves materials, tooling, and finished products within the plant
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Operates a hand truck to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Counts, weighs and records the number of units of materials moved or handled on a daily production sheet.
• Removes, empties, and returns all paper waste bins making certain to deposit in correct recycling containers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Primarily responsible for the quality of the product being made by the machine they are assigned.
• Maintain adequate levels of adhesive and paper to ensure a continuous production cycle.
• Apply standardized inspection procedures to all envelopes produced.
• Maintain speeds set by the adjuster and supervisor for each job set up.

Qualifications

SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE IN THIS ROLE HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS

• Prior 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 skills
• Manual dexterity
• Strong initiative
• Team player

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prior Manufacturing experience running a production machine is preferred. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Stamina & Mobility: Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (812 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.

Western States Envelope & Label