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Western States Envelope & Label lists this Set Up Operator 2nd Shift opportunity in erlanger, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Set Up Operator 2nd ShiftErlanger Location - Erlanger, KY 41018Salary Range $23.50 - $27.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Second Education Level Equivalent Work Experience Travel Percentage None Category ManufacturingJob DescriptionFor over 115 years, Western States Envelope & Label Company has been a trusted leader in manufacturing high-quality envelopes, labels, and packaging. As a family-owned company since 1908, we provide long-term stability, career growth, and a climate-controlled work environment.We are hiring an Order Set Up Operator (Adjuster) for our Erlanger, KY facility, just minutes from Cincinnati, OH.Guaranteed Raise: After 30 days, with merit increases every 90 days until reaching the current top rate of $27.00/hour, plus a $1.50/hour shift premium.As an Adjuster, you'll set up and operate envelope folding machines, configure work orders, troubleshoot equipment, and perform daily maintenance and minor repairs to keep production running efficiently.We're looking for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and experience in machine setup, manufacturing, industrial maintenance, or automotive/fleet mechanics.Shift Available2nd Shift: 4:30pm-3:00am (4 10-hour days) $22.00/hr + $1.50/hr shift premium when working the 2nd shift hours = $23.50TrainingALL training is completed on the 1st shiftWhat Makes Western States a Great Place to WorkCompetitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, Sick Days starting your first year to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.Flexibility: We have multiple shifts available to meet your scheduling needs.Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.Stability: Family-owned company since 1908!What Does My Workday Look Like in This Role?As a key member of our Folding Department, you'll ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our machinery. Your responsibilities will include:Performing daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-ups.Inspecting products and making necessary mechanical adjustments to eliminate quality variations and address mechanical malfunctions.Troubleshooting minor operating difficulties using hand tools.Executing minor machine repairs.Operating all machines within the Folding Department.Examining work orders to determine production specifications.Inspecting product quality following established guidelines.Verifying order accuracy throughout production, including labeling, printing, and packaging.Performing machine wash-up and other general cleaning duties to maintain a tidy workspace.Accurately completing paperwork for labor, time, and quality tracking.Maintaining precise counts of envelopes for boxing, cartonizing, and palletizing.Neatly and uniformly packing envelopes into containers, keeping pace with machine speeds.Placing die-cut paper stacks into machine feedsSplicing paper rolls into web machine feeds.QualificationsSuccessful people in this role have the following skillsManual dexterityStrong initiativeTeam playerAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals is required.Preferred QualificationsPrior manufacturing experience preferred. Essential functionsAbility to stand for approximate duration of scheduled shift (minus paid breaks), lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally, repetitive grasping, frequent, twisting, lifting above shoulder height, occasional bend, reach, crouch, or stoop. Sensory requirements are tactile/touch with hands and digits, near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Reasoning, mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills for appropriate operations of the equipment.
Worksite address
erlanger, KY, 41018, US
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