Machine Operator

POSITION SUMMARY

Machine operators will set up and operate machines on the 1st and 2nd shifts to produce specialty corrugated boxes. These are full‑time positions that do not require the ability to work rotating shifts. Core schedule for 1st shift is Monday‑Thursday 5:00 am‑2:30 pm (includes 30‑minute unpaid lunch) and Friday 5:00 am‑9:00 am. Core schedule for 2nd shift is Monday‑Thursday 3:30 pm‑1:30 am. Overtime is occasional.

• Ensure the safe operation of all machinery and adhere to all safety rules and initiatives.
• Oversee machine operations to ensure minimal downtime and excellent finished product quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues that happen.
• Maintain proper documentation and machine entries for each job.

• Safety first mentality.
• Mechanical skills.
• Basic knowledge of industrial machinery.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team oriented approach.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Above average organizational skills and detail orientation.
• Ability to enter product specifications into the computers.
• Ability to handle physical workload, up to 50 pounds, standing for the majority of the shift.
• Strong troubleshooting experience.
• Basic math skills required (fractions, decimals, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication).

• Choice of two medical plans (single and family), dental, vision, company paid life insurance, voluntary short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability, voluntary supplemental life insurance, critical illness coverage, voluntary accident insurance. Benefits eligibility is first of the month after 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) plan with employer match is available.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO (combination of vacation, sick, and personal) after 90 days of employment.
• FMLA:
  Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Starting pay range $21.00–$22.00 per hour with opportunity for overtime dependent upon business needs.

To be successful in these positions, you must be willing to make a commitment of time and effort to become part of a team producing quality corrugated boxes in a safe, drug‑free environment. Experience in operating manufacturing machines is a requirement.

In addition to a competitive pay and benefit package, PSI offers an opportunity for advancement in a rewarding work environment.