Envelope Machine Operator/Mechanic Trainee

Tension Corporation
  • Kansas City, Kansas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Envelope Machine Operator/Mechanic Trainee
    Join our team and play an essential role in ensuring high-quality envelope production!

    Job Summary
    We are seeking a motivated Envelope Machine Operator / Mechanic Trainee to operate, adjust, and maintain envelope folding machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is essential to maintaining product quality, maximizing machine efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement efforts. Training is provided for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Change the machine settings from one envelope style and size to another, minimizing downtime.
    • Maintain the quality of the envelopes being produced, including folding, printing, gumming, latexing, and any other attachments.
    • Ensure proper approvals for every job manufactured.
    • Actively participate in and support lean manufacturing activities.
    • Prepare necessary parts and attachments before machine changes to reduce downtime.
    • Seek management guidance when quality is compromised for machine speed.
    • Ensure the correct gum is used for each job, including seal gum, back gum, window gum, or any special gum required.
    • Maintain accurate records of repairs, changes, and maintenance performed.
    • Monitor machine for wear and tears, reporting any issues to the department supervisor.
    • Continuously review each job for potential process improvements.
    • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
    • Follow all safety protocols and regulations.
    • Collaborate effectively with operators, floor operators, and adjusters across shifts and departments.
    • Complete scheduled maintenance and additional duties as assigned
     
    Compensation: $18.00–$22.50 per hour, based on experience, plus a $1.50 per hour night shift differential
     
    Shifts Available:
    Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
     
    Rotating Schedule (Includes Various Weekends):
    • Week 1: 48 hours (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday)
    • Week 2: 36 hours (Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday)
    Skills & Qualifications
    • Mechanical aptitude preferred; prior experience is a plus but not required.
    • Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
    • Ability to read and follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
    • Good communication and teamwork skills
    Education & Experience
    • High school diploma or GED required
    • Previous machine operation or mechanical experience is a plus but not required
    • On-the-job training provided for motivated candidates
    Physical Requirements & Work Environment
    This role requires:
    • Regular standing and frequent use of hands for handling materials and machine adjustments.
    • Occasional walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
    • Lifting and moving up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
    • Specific vision abilities, including color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
    • Ability to work flexible shifts.

    Ready to take on an essential role in high-quality manufacturing? Apply today and join our skilled team!


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKansas City, Kansas
    Websitehttps://tension.com/careers/

    Skills

    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Machining Operationsunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipment Maintenanceunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Printingunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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