Pre-Pack Machine Operator 2

Job title: Pre-Pack Machine Operator 2

Compensation and schedule:

• Shift is offered as 7 AM - 7 PM in 2-2-3 schedule
• Compensation is $24.25 per hour paid weekly

Job Duties:

• Operate and support FOUR of the primary production lines (Prepack Single Paper (SSPP), Double-Small Paper (DSPP-S), PP99 Paper, Joker Paper) production lines to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations in accordance with Safety and Quality standards.

• Ensure equipment, materials, and tools are maintained in proper condition to support stable and reliable line performance.

• Operate Prepack equipment including bag makers, counting machines, scales, manual tables, and other automated systems or equipment supporting the production lines.

• Monitor line performance and proactively propose or implement improvements to maintain or increase hourly output.

• Perform troubleshooting activities to resolve operational issues and escalate when necessary, according to the defined escalation process.

• Execute changeovers, 5S activities, and Autonomous Maintenance tasks to maintain equipment performance and workplace organization.

• Analyze and correct rejects or errors generated by scales or counting equipment, making appropriate adjustments to prevent recurrence.

• Utilize line monitoring and quality control software during production orders and changeovers.

• Collaborate with Team Coordinators, Supervisors, and other area leaders to support operational goals.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a collaborative team environment aligned with operational excellence.

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.

• Preferred 2+ years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, ideally in high-volume, fast-paced semi-automated production lines.

• Existing Prepack Foil Machine Operator 3, 4 or equivalent previous Machine Operating experience (2-4 years) OR Successful completion of required Prepack Single Paper (SSPP), Double-Small Paper (DSPP-S), PP99 Paper, and Joker Paper production lines and satisfactory completion of the probationary period.

• Self-sufficient and able to work with minimal supervision, consistently following safety and quality regulations and procedures.

• Good understanding of Prepack area KPIs and their impact at line performance.

• Strong execution of problem solving, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis, applying a solid level of critical thinking.

• Good understanding of the escalation process and ability to execute it effectively with a high sense of urgency when issues arise.

• Ability to identify improvement opportunities within the Prepack area and contribute to operational efficiency.

• Strong information assimilation and retention skills to quickly learn and apply operational processes, procedures, and standards.

• Ability to perform precise machine adjustments, including fine adjustments within thousandths of an inch, to ensure product quality and stable line performance.

• Demonstrates deeper understanding of line performance drivers and contributes to operational improvements.

• Continuous standing and walking.

• Turning body side-to-side.

• Lifting product up to 33 lbs.

• Grabbing/Pinching.

• Reach away from your body.

• Bending/ squatting.

• 18 years of age.

• Must be willing and able to work 12-hour shift.

• PC Medium knowledge.

Compensation

The salary for this position has a range of $24.25 - $24.25 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The organization carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

What’s in it for you? Here are some of what to expect: Family Care Leave – We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times. Insurances – All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind. Wellbeing – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based Colleague Discount – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount. Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme Your workplace: Your workplace will be the office, store or factory specified in this advert. Hybrid Working: Our hybrid work model, Best of Both offers you the option of flexibility to work from home up to two days per week. Your People Leader will discuss the principles of the model, including how this option applies to your role and team.

We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the organization also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”

We are fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and equal pay and seek to encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in our team.

We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.

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