Utility Operator

Job Summary

The Utility Worker performs a diverse range of general labor, maintenance, and support tasks to maintain cleanliness, safety, and efficient operations within the facility.

• Operate Slitter to rework HFI’s coils
• Perform general plant maintenance and housekeeping
• Sort pallets and crush drums
• Support waste disposal and maintain satellite drum/waste area
• Conduct general EHS audits
• Move, load, and unload materials, tools, and supplies
• Operate basic equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, or hand tools
• Organize storage areas and maintain accurate inventory where applicable
• Assist other departments with manual labor or task‑based support as needed

• Strong reading and comprehension skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong mechanical skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to maintain a positive presence in the workplace
• Pass pre‑employment testing (drug test, physical, and background check)
• High school education, GED, or equivalent (preferred)
• Exposure to a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Strong problem‑solving skills through individual or collaborative approaches
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Regularly sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and possibly balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a non‑temperature‑controlled environment
• Flexibility and willingness to work off‑shift and overtime, possibly during the week or on weekends

The associate may be exposed to a wide range of temperatures. The noise level is frequently loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Strong engagement and commitment to employee safety; the opportunity to build a meaningful career; professional and personal development through training and work experiences; and a chance to join a team passionate about sustainable packaging.