What are the responsibilities and job description for the Straws Winder/Wrapper Operator position at Hoffmaster?
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Machine Operator – Night Shift (6 PM – 6 AM)
Join Hoffmaster/GMSP and be part of a growing team! As a Winder/Wrapper Operator, you'll play a vital role in production by assisting with machine functions, moving materials, and ensuring smooth operations. This position offers scheduled pay increases, a $1,500 sign-on bonus, and a $2/hour weekend shift premium. If you’re looking for a stable job with great benefits and growth potential, apply today! Machine operator advancement opportunity for strong candidates!
Location: Oconto, WI
Company: Hoffmaster Group, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: Night Shift (6 PM – 6 AM)
Starting Pay: $21.53-$22.53/hour (with scheduled increases)
Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 for new employees!
Night Shift Premium: Additional $1/hour
Weekend Shift Premium: Additional $2/hour
Schedule:
2-2-3 Rotating Shift – 12-hour shifts (6 PM – 6 AM)
Work only 14 days per month and get every other weekend off!
2-2-3 Schedule Example:
Week 1:
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Work: Monday & Tuesday
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Off: Wednesday & Thursday
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Work: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2:
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Off: Monday & Tuesday
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Work: Wednesday & Thursday
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Off: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
This rotating pattern provides built-in days off, a consistent schedule, and every other weekend free.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Progression:
- Start Pay: $21.53/hour
- After 90 Days: $22.03/hour
- After 6 Months: $22.53/hour
- After 12 Months: $23.53/hour
Paid Time Off:
- 11 paid holidays per year
- 112 vacation hours annually (accrued at 4.31 hours per bi-weekly pay period)
- 36 hours of sick time per year (prorated in the first year)
401(k) Retirement Plan:
- Automatic enrollment, full details provided during orientation
Insurance Benefits (Effective 1st of the month after 30 days):
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Term Life Insurance (2x base salary)
- Company-paid Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
- Company-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (2x base salary)
- Supplemental Life Insurance available for purchase
Primary Purpose of the Role:
Produce paper straws of acceptable quality to order and specification, while operating the work center in a safe and efficient manner be able to troubleshoot machinery and make necessary adjustments.
Essential Functions:
- Perform all set-up and change-over process steps to load, operate, and tear down a paper winding and/or wrapping machines
- Ability to troubleshoot/diagnose process issues due to variance in paper & machine set up.
- Perform various hands-on operations that may include loading & unloading machines, packing and cleanup
- Meet quality and efficiency standards
- Operate multiple machines simultaneously
- Follow written procedures related to the process you are assigned to perform. These instructions will be provided in written format (i.e. OMS Sheets, ISO quality procedures and written company policies)
- Read and interpret a work order.
- Perform various tasks assigned by department lead, scheduler, supervisor, and management
- Attendance to safety training programs is required
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts
- Perform other duties as assigned
- All personnel are responsible for reporting any food safety issues or concerns
(Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Job Specifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Factory experience preferred but not a requirement
- Ability to do basic math skills
- Possesses basic communication skills
- Ability to read & comprehend instructions, memos, specifications, safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize a variety of initiatives, and excellent time management skills
Protective clothing/equipment required:
- Safety glasses,
- Steel-toed shoes,
- Hair net/Beard net
Disclaimer:
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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