Machine Operator

Machine Operator (All Shifts)

Location:

Winston Salem, NC

• Diagnose machine problems, respond to fault lamp, message displays and adjust machine accordingly.
• Load materials, clear jams and make minor machine adjustments.
• Perform light machine maintenance.
• Perform machine and area cleaning as described in work instructions.
• Perform all quality checks and tests as described in work instructions.
• Order materials, verify materials and production specifications, perform quality checks, monitor and respond to KPI data prompts, set up machine for various product styles and classify finished product through direct interaction with advanced Manufacturing Execution System, Document Management System and other computer applications as appropriate.
• Perform procedure and work assignments in keeping with company safety rules and all other policies and procedures.

• 2-5 years in a high-speed industrial production environment.
• Three years of operator experience with high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Work Keys assessment scores:
  Applied Math 3, Workplace Documents or Reading for Information 3, Graphic Literacy 3, Workplace Observation 2 (preferred).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working at heights up to 25 feet.

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent.
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.
• Comprehensive health-, dental-, vision- and prescription drug benefits package.
• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan.
• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year.
• On-site health clinics and fitness centers at manufacturing locations.
• Employee assistance program offering up to 8 free counseling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents.
• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay (minimum $50,000).
• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay (minimum $50,000).
• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support.
• Dependent scholarship programs.
• Free confidential personal financial counseling service.
• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice.
• Healthcare concierge service.
• Volunteer service opportunities.
• Extensive training opportunities.
• Paid Leave:
• Sick and Personal Time (up to 6 days).
• Vacation (15 days, pro-rated during first year of service).
• Holidays (nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion).
• Paid parental leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity.
• Funeral leave.
• Short‑term disability leave.
• Long‑term disability leave.
• Jury duty leave.
• Military leave.
• Released time for children’s education.
• Community outreach leave.
• Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law.

Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at