Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Machine Operator I - 2nd Shift

Unbox Your Potential: ACR (AmerCareRoyal) is the industry leader for trusted, high quality food service essentials and supply chain solutions. We offer a culture supported by integrity, growth, relationships, and excellence. We’re looking for a Machine Operator I in our McNairn Packaging manufacturing facility – are you ready to explore your career with us?

About the Role

The Machine Operator I is responsible for operating various machines to manufacture products from start (roll of paper) to finished product (sealed bag made to specific size tolerance and specifications). This is a 2nd Shift position scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00pm - 11:00pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures that Manufacturing Order (MO) schedule is being followed.
• Responsible for accurate production reporting.
• Maintains visual workspace components and ensures materials and tools are identified and staged ahead of schedule.
• Completes changeovers with team members to transition between Manufacturing Orders (MOs) according to scheduling needs.
• Operates and monitors machines according to established procedures, checking for proper web tracking, ink circulation, machine operations, and other irregularities.
• Organizes work area in a clean and efficient manner, adhering to established standards, productivity levels, housekeeping, and safety requirements outlined in Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs).
• Collaborates with press attendants and material handlers to order and maintain inventory control of inks, glues, and other raw materials.
• Informs supervisor of operating deviations or mechanical problems.
• Proposes machine modifications and upgrades to improve production and product quality.
• Performs all operations safely in accordance with OSHA laws, company policies, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), maintaining consistent production measures per work instructions and manufacturing orders (MO).
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor and management staff.

Requirements

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• Prior experience working in an industrial environment (e.g., manufacturing, warehousing, distribution) is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and write; comprehension of policies, manufacturing orders (MOs), Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs), and other work instructions.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Effective communication for work collaboration and material delivery.
• Excellent mechanical ability and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work standing or walking most of the workday.
• Frequent ability to lift 45+ pounds.
• Ability to work with sharp tools and wear hearing protection as required.
• High visual effort required for print appearance and ink color matching.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Comfortable working in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
• Ability to pull, push, lift, move, and adjust products up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to engage in periods of long standing, walking, and consistent lifting.
• Hearing protection and steel-toed shoes are required.
• Safety, hygiene, and cleanliness are strictly enforced.

Pre-Hire Process:

Employment offers are contingent upon completion of a Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening. Due to the nature of machinery and equipment in the facility, ACR and all subsidiaries' Drug Screenings are inclusive of Marijuana, regardless of your State's laws on medicinal and recreational usage.

Key skills/competency

• Machine Operation
• Manufacturing
• Production Reporting
• Inventory Control
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Safety Procedures
• Quality Control
• Material Handling
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration