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Operator Shift 1

New-Indy Containerboard
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026

SUMMARY: The Machine Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of machines in designated department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Set up & Operation of various machines
  • Run material through machine according to company specifications
  • Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
  • Ensure all inventory entries are complete and accurate.
  • Inspect and maintain quality of product.
  • Responsible for meeting all quality and efficiency standards.
  • Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
  • Assist in two man feeds as necessary.
  • Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Manufacturing experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule
  • Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Knowledge equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
  • Read and interpret product layout and production specifications.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel.
    • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
    • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
    • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
    • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • Exposure to wet and humid conditions.
  • Exposure to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.
  • Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • This position does not require a certificate, license, or registration.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Machine operator experience preferred; strong knowledge of machines in a manufacturing setting.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions including reading a tape measure, blueprints, production schematics.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team-oriented and self-directed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to handle or feel.
  • The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
  • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The noise level in the work environment can be at times loud.
  • Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
  • Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
  • Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; vibrations.

 

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