Machine Operator

Job Opportunity: 1st Shift Worker
Company: Local Manufacturing Company in Alliance
Shift: 1st Mon
- Fri 7a-3p
Pay Rate: $16.25 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temp-to-Hire

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Job Description:

Roll or Package Wrapper

Position Title: Roll or Package Wrapper
Department: Operations
Reports To: Supervisor / Site Manager

Position Summary

The Roll or Package Wrapper is responsible for accurately and efficiently packaging rolls or finished products according to customer specifications. This role ensures product quality through careful handling, correct labeling, and adherence to all safety and food safety standards. The position supports production goals, minimizes waste, and contributes to smooth workflow through cross-training in related areas. Strong attention to detail and consistent quality checks are essential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Use all required materials (paper, pallets, wrappers, labels, etc.) according to order layouts and specification sheets.
• Inspect materials for damage, contamination, or defects before packaging; report issues immediately.
• Verify order details (customer, order number, grade, size, address) and double-check dimensions before beginning each order.
• Perform frequent quality checks throughout the process.
• Move products safely to the next stage using approved handling equipment and proper lifting techniques.
• Place  on all products for accurate traceability.

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and operational guidelines.
• Ensure all items are properly identified before leaving the area.
• Safely operate lift tables and ensure no objects are underneath before lowering.
• Cross-train in related operational areas to support production and develop skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
• Strong commitment to food safety, quality, and productivity.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively (packagers) or 90 lbs. (roll wrappers), and guide up to 240 lbs. from a height of 30 inches onto a pallet.

• Ability to work effectively within the slitting, finishing, or interfolder areas.
• Must communicate clearly regarding product quality or process concerns.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of work area.
• Ensure product quality meets company and customer standards.
• Meet productivity expectations (pounds per machine hour, labor hour, etc.).

• Stand for 8–10 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, twisting, pulling, and reaching.
• Repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motion.
• Ability to maneuver and position heavy rolls or packages using proper equipment and techniques.

• Manufacturing setting with hot/humid conditions during warmer months.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment, moderate noise, dust, and paper particles.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.