Manufacturing Operator - 1st Shift

About the role

As the final stage in the manufacturing process for stickers and labels finished on a roll, the Manufacturing Operator ensures customer orders are packaged and shipped accurately and on time. You will operate finishing equipment, run other manufacturing machinery (e.g., shrink wrap machine and packaging/shipping station), and cross-train on all production machines to support operational flexibility, teamwork, and efficient production flow. Your commitment to speed, accuracy, quality, and collaboration helps maintain StickerGiant’s high standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tabletop label rewind machine including calibration, setup, and daily cleaning
• Operate a slitting machine including calibration, setup, and daily cleaning
• Rewind or slit a daily volume of printed rolls for sticker and label products and count as needed
• Assemble, finish, and process a daily volume of print rolls, sheets, and final sticker products
• Assemble shipping packets and support the shipping team with daily product workflow
• Interpret job order details to properly set machines and finish rolls to customer specifications
• Perform quality control inspections and remove defective items
• Offer ideas for continuous improvement within the manufacturing process
• Cross-train on other printing machinery as needed and support other team members in manufacturing
• Maintain a clean, tidy workstation at all times
• Collaborate with other teams and departments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Completion of High School education or equivalent (preferred)
• 1 year of direct machine operator experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Ability to maintain health and safety requirements
• Attention to detail related to product quality and machine process quality
• Aptitude for mechanical operation, manufacturing processes, and procedures
• Basic math skills and superb attention to detail and product quality
• Excellent attendance and punctuality—accurately record work time on a daily basis
• Interest and ability to grow professionally with support from StickerGiant

Physical Requirements

• Stand throughout working shift (8 to 12 hours) except during breaks and lunch
• Use hands and fingers to operate office equipment (e.g., keyboard, mouse, phone)
• Lift 10 lbs. continuously and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs.
• Lift up to and above 50 lbs. with machine assistance
• Frequent walking, grasping, gripping, and fine hand manipulation
• Visual acuity at short distances—able to detect variances in orders and cut marks
• Occasional climbing, stooping, bending, and overhead reaching

Pay

$18 - $20 per hour, with shift differentials:

• 2nd Shift: +$1 per hour
• 3rd Shift: +$2 per hour

Some mandatory and voluntary overtime available.

Schedule

Shift Hours (Monday – Friday):

• 1st Shift: 5:00am - 1:30pm
• 2nd Shift: 1:00pm – 9:30pm
• 3rd Shift: 9:00pm – 5:30am

Flexibility to support priority shifts is highly valued and may increase your opportunity for selection. This is a 100% on-site position with no hybrid work available.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance offered at reduced rates starting day 1
• High-deductible health plan enrollees receive an annual company contribution towards your HSA
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance covered at 100%
• Voluntary benefits include accident & critical illness, long-term disability, and identity theft insurance
• Paid Time Off: PTO + holidays + sick days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave for employees who qualify for FMLA
• 401(k) with company match
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance