3rd Shift Machine Operator
About the Role
Personnel Services Unlimited is hiring 3 Shift Machine Operators to work for a local Forest City, NC, manufacturer. This full-time, long-term opportunity can lead to permanent hire. Hours are 7pm-7am once trained. You will train on 1 shift for several weeks before moving to 3 shift.
Responsibilities include
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Responsible for the set up and operation of bag machines to produce a quality product that meets or exceeds customers’ requirements.
- Reads, understands and ensures compliance to machine set-up and production requirements as outlined in work orders and blue lines.
- Meets or exceeds daily production rates and scrap standards.
- Trouble shoot & repair mechanical breakdowns & perform adjustments as necessary.
- Perform bag machine changeovers as required while adhering to standards.
- ·Set up & gauge printers as necessary
- Provide training, assign, direct, and control the activities of assisting personnel, i.e., helpers, inspectors, etc.
- Review and ensure compliance of safety rules and procedures with assisting personnel.
- Complete required paperwork daily to include daily production reports and sign-off of Quality Inspection reports every half hour.
- Maintain a clean work area in aisles and around the machine.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on bag machines as required. i.e.: twice daily and monthly machine lubrication, annual preventative maintenance, etc.
- Must be able to adhere to company policy, safety rules and regulations, and wear required PPE.
- Work overtime as needed, including Saturdays and holidays.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
- High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Two – five years of experience operating bag machines (i.e., New Long/Weber Handle Bag Machines or Potdevin/ Davis/Weber grocery bag machines or comparable type machinery.
- Proactive; exercises sound judgment and decision making; with the ability to identify problems and needs and develop solutions and/or options.
- Reliable work ethic and attention to detail
- Background check and drug screen REQUIRED
- Forklift Experience
- Able to read ruler 1/16” inch.
Physical Demands
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.
This role has physical demands that require standing, walking, and handling/fingering frequently. Employees are regularly required to stand, walk; use hands/fingers to type, hold, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are occasionally required to squat or kneel. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 105 pounds. Employee must also be able to exert enough energy to move rolls of paper weighing 3,000 pounds by rolling them.
Ready to Get Started?
We’re hiring now and would love to talk with you.
Call 828-287-7778 to speak with a recruiter today.
Apply online now at https://www.psuhasjobs.com or visit us in person:
Personnel Services Unlimited
152 E. Main Street
Forest City, NC 28043
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed from 12-1 for lunch)
About Personnel Services Unlimited
Since 1981, Personnel Services Unlimited has connected hardworking people across Western North Carolina with outstanding employers and meaningful career opportunities.
We believe a job should be more than a paycheck — it should be a place where you feel valued and supported.
“Passionate About Connecting People with Possibilities!”
Personnel Services Unlimited is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Work Location: In person