Tape Operator Job Canton area,Ohio USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position Title: Tape Operator

Location: Frazeysburg, OH

Pay:$21.18/hr (includes 10% shift differential) Plus quarterly wage rate increase opportunities

Schedule: 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:15 PM–2:45 AM

Two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30-minute lunch per shift

Type: Full-time, hourly (non-exempt)

Position Summary:

Ridge Corporation is hiring a Tape Operator to run and monitor the production equipment at the heart of our manufacturing process. If you're mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and dependable, this role is for you.

You'll play a key role in maintaining product quality, meeting production goals, and keeping operations safe and efficient, working both on your own and as part of a team. Machine operation, manufacturing, or industrial experience is a plus. Your benefits start after just 30 days, and you'll earn 40 hours of vacation from day one.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently
Follow work instructions, procedures, and production specifications
Handle machine start-up, shutdown, and basic troubleshooting
Load and manage production materials, including creels and rewind stations
Perform quality inspections to make sure products meet standards
Use HMI controls and our ERP system for production tracking and data entry
Meet production goals and efficiency standards
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and company safety procedures at all times
Keep your work area clean and organized using 5S methods
Communicate clearly with production, quality, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams
Contribute ideas and support continuous improvement projects
Take on other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Ability to read work instructions and basic production specifications
Basic math skills and the ability to read a tape measure
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong attendance, communication, and teamwork skills
A self-motivated approach with strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED
Prior manufacturing, machine operation, or industrial experience
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability

Work Environment &

Physical Requirements:

This is a hands-on manufacturing role in a fast-paced production environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Benefits:

Quarterly wage rate increase opportunities
Medical, dental, vision, prescription, short-term and long-term disability, and more, starting after 30 days
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Paid Vacation plus 9 paid holidays
Annual field day, monthly employee meetings, food trucks, and more

Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

This posting describes the general nature and level of work for this role. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or skills, and management may assign or reassign duties at any time.