What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at IPL Schoeller?
Who We Are
On July 1, 2025, IPL-Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).
The Company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end-market segments, including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers, and agricultural packaging. The Company employs approximately 4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees)
The Role
Machine Operator – Production Associate – Shelbyville, KY
$20.81/hour for day shift
$22.81/hour for night shift
Join a leading manufacturer and advance your career.
IPLS in Shelbyville, KY, is hiring Machine Operators / Production Associates to join our dedicated team. If you are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
On July 1, 2025, IPL-Plastics merged with Schoeller Allibert to form IPL Schoeller (the ‘company’). The Company’s operations are split across North America (11 manufacturing plants) and Europe (16 manufacturing plants).
The Company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. IPL Schoeller is a leading manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging solutions across a range of end-market segments, including returnable transit packaging, consumer and industrial packaging, environmental containers, and agricultural packaging. The Company employs approximately 4,100 employees across North America (1,600 employees) and Europe (2,500 employees)
The Role
Machine Operator – Production Associate – Shelbyville, KY
$20.81/hour for day shift
$22.81/hour for night shift
Join a leading manufacturer and advance your career.
IPLS in Shelbyville, KY, is hiring Machine Operators / Production Associates to join our dedicated team. If you are detail-oriented, safety-focused, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What You’ll Do
- Operate and monitor production machinery to support efficient manufacturing.
- Inspect products to meet quality standards—Check for flaws, blemishes, discoloration, burn marks, and warping.
- Assemble components (feet, cor-plugs, card holders) according to quality plans.
- Perform embossing when required and verify stamp quality.
- Package and stack products according to supervisor instructions.
- Promptly report any quality or safety concerns.
- Contribute ideas to improve processes and increase efficiency.
- Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
- Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and stay organized.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
- 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule
- Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
- Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Must follow safe work practices and wear all required PPE.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Be part of a team that values safety, quality, and innovation.
Salary : $21 - $23