Machine Operator

Machine Operator

Norcross, GA

Compensation Includes

• Starting Pay Rate of $19.34 - 19.86/hour - depending on experience
• Additional $1.00/hour shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shifts

Overview

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating high-speed paper converting equipment to safely produce high-quality paper bags, sheets, and pan liners. This role ensures all production activities are performed in accordance with job safety analyses, production schedules, setup instructions, standard operating procedures, and quality specifications. The Machine Operator adheres to all safety program and quality assurance systems to support the achievement of site business goals and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow all safety procedures
• Read and verify order sheets
• Understand print job requirements and quality issues
• Perform quality checks on finished products
• Maintain a safe and clean work area
• Produce and pack quality product at target machine speeds using safe work practices
• Maintain Food Safety and Quality in compliance with SQF Standards
• Read, understand, and correctly complete daily paperwork
• Read & understand Production Order Packet (POP); prepare all machine components for production
• Complete set-up and/or change-over activities with minimal assistance in allotted time
• Participate in Preventive Maintenance Activities as assigned
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Complete assigned duties in compliance with company policies & procedures
• Actively engage in safety programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of experience in a manufacturing environment; preferably with a high-speed process
• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen
• Satisfactorily completes training courses as determined by management
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
• Commitment to an accident-free and drug-free workplace

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, climb, squat & stoop; reach with hands and arms; and use hands and fingers to feel, handle, push/pull levers & buttons, and operate various tools.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements include, but are not limited to (all times are approximate):

• Standing (Constantly–7 hours)
• Walking (3 hours)
• Lifting (Constantly 1-50 pounds)
• Carrying (4-6 hours, 1-50 pounds)
• Pushing (2-4 hours)
• Pulling, Twisting, Climbing (2-4 hours)
• Reaching, Repetitive Motions (2-4 hours)