Line Op 2 - WA - Night Shift

About the role

The Line Operator 2 serves as the front line of the production operation, handling basic extrusion line operations, assisting with training new hires, and expanding knowledge to operate various production lines while developing an in‑depth understanding of quality standards. The role follows all procedures to ensure safe and efficient line operation under established guidelines and company policy.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Load cores onto the core table, pull trim, adjust roll widths, and prepare finished stretch‑film rolls by pulling, lifting, labeling, and packaging.
• Inspect visual quality of rolls, remove non‑conforming rolls, and use roll‑weight computer systems to accurately weigh rolls or boxes of finished product.
• Report finished products on required documents, cut and prepare scrap bins for recycling.
• Prepare product for shipping by setting up skids with required packaging materials, packing trays or boxes with finished rolls, and manually pre‑wrapping trays with stretch film when required.
• Move completed skids using manual and electric pallet jacks.
• Begin training on and perform duties on various lines, rewinders, and other production‑floor areas to increase knowledge and fulfill staffing needs.
• Train on quality standards and controls; perform quality testing, complete quality‑control paperwork, and report test results to management.
• Assist with continuous line operation, coordinate shift‑change activities, and notify senior operators, the Team Manager, or other management of any issues.
• Assist with training new Line Operators when placed on the production line.
• Maintain housekeeping on the line to ensure a clean work environment and readiness for shift changes.
• Perform any other duties as requested or assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in duties of prior Line Operator roles.
• Technical aptitude to understand machinery and systems within a production environment.
• Mechanical aptitude for accurate use of basic hand tools.
• Ability to use scales, weights, and other measurement tools accurately.
• Sound judgment in a fast‑paced environment with rapid changes.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks, handle unexpected delays, and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Teamwork orientation.
• High dependability regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Effective communication in English, both written and spoken (or willingness to take ESL classes).
• Basic mathematics skills.

Physical Requirements

• Use hands (including fingers) to hold, touch, feel, grip, squeeze, push, and pull.
• Perform regular pushing, pulling, and forward exertion.
• Regular overhead arm extension.
• Occasional use of industrial power tools requiring enhanced manual dexterity.
• Stand and walk continuously on a concrete floor for 12‑hour shifts.
• Frequent standing, crouching, stooping, bending, and squatting; occasional kneeling.
• Occasional climbing of stairs, ladders, uneven surfaces, and elevated platforms.
• Regularly lift or move 45–55 lb; occasionally lift or move up to 65 lb.
• Communicate verbally in person and over a paging system.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

Preferred Education / Experience / Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a plastics manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret Bill of Materials / Job Packets.

Schedule

12‑hour straight night shifts (7:00 pm – 7:00 am) on a 2‑2‑3 schedule with every other weekend off (3‑day weekend). Shift availability is subject to open positions. Overtime, shift changes, and schedule changes may be required.

Benefits

• Night‑shift premium: $1.80 per hour.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, flexible spending accounts, and long‑term disability.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Discretionary annual incentive program (vesting schedule of 25 %, prorated if hired before October 1; 100 % eligibility after 3 years).
• Paid vacation accrual: 0.77 hr/week at hire, 1.54 hr/week after 1 year, 2.31 hr/week after 4 years, 3.08 hr/week after 15 years.
• Paid holidays (generally 6 per year).
• Washington paid sick leave (1 hr per 40 hrs worked).
• 401(k) plan with company match: 100 % of first 3 % of contribution and 50 % of the next 2 %; eligibility after 6 months.
• Drug‑free workplace; pre‑employment drug testing required.

Pay

The salary range is reflective of a Line Operator 1 with step progression 1 – 13, as required for transparency under the Washington Equal Pay and Opportunities Act.