Machine Operator - Days & Nights

Budnick Converting, Inc., headquartered in Columbia, IL (in the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area), is a privately held and female owned corporation. Budnick’s primary focus is specialty converting of adhesive coated tapes and foams. Budnick remains on the leading edge of adhesive tape converting technology; currently utilizing over 70 die‑cutting, slitting, laminating, printing (including flexographic printing), label making and spooling machines to convert materials into labor‑saving customized parts. For more information on Budnick, please visit our website at

POSITION PURPOSE

Process and package orders according to quality work instructions on travelers using production equipment such as presses, rewind machines, spoolers, laminators, rewind tables, rotary and flatbed presses, etc. producing production parts to required tolerances and specifications.

QUANTITATIVE DATA

Continuous lifting, moving, standing, and handling of production materials and equipment. Must have the capability of lifting up to 55 lbs. intermittently throughout the shift. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate machine properly. Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending. Sufficient vision acuity (corrected) to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect parts produced.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Process orders according to quality work instructions, creating and updating work instructions when necessary. Operate production equipment and perform in-process quality inspections. Utilize company software to perform essential functions (ie: clocking in and out of jobs, finding location of material, moving material, etc.) Package and load orders as per shipping instructions on traveler and work instructions, using pallet jack or forklift truck, ensuring proper paperwork accompanies the order. Observe and listen to the operation of equipment to diagnose malfunctions and to determine the need for adjustments or repairs, notify maintenance of any problems that arise. Clean department machines and work area on a daily basis. Work as a team to ensure the entire production area is clean and clutter free. Perform duties safely and maintain a high level of safety awareness. Follow operation standards and all department policies and company directives.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in process improvements. Alert team leader to conditions that create delays or affect quality of production work in a timely manner. Assists with other projects and tasks as required by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All candidates must be able to read and write. A mechanical background is helpful. Strong attention to detail is needed. Machine operation experience helpful but not required. Day Shift Hours 6:00am – 2:30pm Monday – Friday Evening Shift Hours 2:15pm – 12:45am, Monday – Thursday

BENEFITS

Climate controlled work environment. We offer a full-benefit package including the following benefits that are paid 100% by the company: vacation, holidays, $25,000 of life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability benefits. We also offer medical (premium cost shared with the company), dental & vision insurance and a 401K retirement plan with a company match of 25% of the 1st 6% the employee contributes. Profit sharing starts after an employee has been with the company for 3 full years. A variety of on‑site workout equipment is available to employees to use on their breaks and before or after work and a safe, casual work atmosphere with regular company‑wide social events. Starting Salary $17.00‑$20.00/hr. or higher depending on experience. Starting salary is dependent on experience and ability to pass a basic math test. Interested Candidates should apply on‑line at , under About Us - Careers . Location 340 Parkway Drive Columbia, IL 62236 Hours: M-F 8am - 4:30pm CST #J-18808-Ljbffr Budnick Converting Inc.