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Machine Operator 3

Ontex
Stokesdale, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/18/2026
At Ontex, we are making everyday life easier across generations. Worldwide our 5,500 colleagues are taking pride in their work, guided by our values – Passion, Reliability, Integrity, Drive and Everyone. Every day they are developing, producing, and distributing affordable and sustainable baby, woman and adult personal care products.

As a leading international provider of personal hygiene solutions for retailer brands and healthcare partners, founded in Belgium in 1979 and listed on Euronext Brussels, we believe that innovation should be accessible to everyone.

As we continue being 'Here for you’, we’re looking for a Machine Operator 3 to join our Production & manufacturing team.

Job Purpose and Description The machine operator is responsible for performing various tasks to setup, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines.

Job Complexity

The machine operator sets up and operates a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

Main task

    • Executing standard operating procedures related to the inspection of product and materials.
    • Monitor machine operations to ensures products manufactured meet industry and federal standards.
    • Responsible for managing line performance. Serves as point of contact for line on shift.
    • Responsible for SAP transactions.
    • Give work direction to Operators on the line.
    • Advanced troubleshooting capabilities.
    • Advanced preventive maintenance capabilities.
    • Performs minor maintenance.
    • Responsible for training and serves as a mentor to Operators.
    • Complete quality paperwork for product inspections and entry into QIS system.
    • Ensure the machine is operating according to capability.
    • Knowledge of production procedures and specifications.
    • Perform periodic checks on the equipment and solve problems as detected.
    • Work with others in order to ensure that equipment is in proper working order.
    • Perform advanced changeover duities.
    • Observe and follow all company safety rules and regulations.
    • Trains others and serves as a resources to Operators.
Team Work and Communication

    • The machine operator will work with the quality team to ensure the finished product meets quality standards.
    • The maintenance department to communicate mechinical issues that cause performance and quality issues with the finished product and ensure the machine is operating at standard.
Job Complexity

I encounter differing situations, and solving them requires the identification of the issue, the application of judgement and the selection of a solution from my expertise and acquired knowledge

Skills

I can rely on detailed standard practices/procedures/instructions Knowledge/Experience/Skills

Physical Requirements: The ability and willingness to perform light to moderate lifting of raw materials and machine components up to 55 lbs. The ability and willingness to stand 100% of time and walk in the production facility. Adequate hand and finger coordination to manipulate small parts. Adequate vision and color perception. Minor stooping, bending, sitting, reaching and crouching as needed to inspect finished product and materials.

Educational Requirement: The machine operator must have a high school diploma or equivalent GED.

Experience is required for the job: The machine operator must have one years related experience.

Technical skills: The Machine operator must have mechanical and computer skills. They must be technically-inclined and be able to properly utilize tools and machinery.

Core Competencies For The Job

    • Solid understanding of the machine’s functions.
    • Strong interpersonal and motivational skills.
    • Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
    • Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.
If you're passionate about the role and believe you would be a great fit, we'd love to hear from you. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact our HR department at jaime.miller@ontexglobal.com.

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