Machine Operator

Role Responsibilities

• Operate machines efficiently to produce and box envelopes accurately.
• Examine job orders, read and interpret specifications, and review sample and shipping instructions.
• Check orders throughout the production process to ensure accuracy of labeling, printing, and packaging.
• Inspect product quality according to guidelines and complete quality checks for envelope size, shape, window, gum seal, side seam, and color print.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area and perform machine wash-up and other general cleaning duties, including washing ink pans, pumps, and glue areas.
• Accurately complete paperwork to record labor, time, quality, maintenance, and envelopes produced.
• Maintain an accurate count of envelopes into cartons and on skids.
• Pack envelopes uniformly and neatly into completed cartons while keeping up with machine speeds and placing on skids.
• Work closely with the machine adjuster regarding machine or product issues.
• Perform any additional duties or jobs as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 - 3 years of Machine Operator experience or solid experience within a similar position.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude, good analytical skills, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to read a ruler and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Be able to demonstrate production safety standards.
• Take pride and ownership in their job, maintain good attendance, and pay close attention to quality.
• Have initiative to take on additional responsibilities.
• Enjoy hands-on work.
• Have effective communication skills.
• Enjoy working in a team environment and show the ability to work independently.
• Preferred but not required: Experience in the envelope industry.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for the approximate duration of the scheduled shift (minus paid lunch and breaks).
• Occasionally walk, lift up to 50 lbs., perform repetitive grasping, twist frequently, lift above shoulder height, bend occasionally, reach, crouch, squat, kneel, or stoop.
• Occasionally pull or push items.
• Sensory requirements include tactile/touch with hands and digits, near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability

About the Role

United Envelope LLC is a 75-year-old envelope printing and manufacturing company that provides direct mail and transactional envelopes to the nation's largest mailers. Our facility produces 3 million envelopes per day. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.