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Machine Operator (Manufacturing) – Gel Pack Lines

Pelton Shepherd
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/22/2026
We’re hiring a Machine Operator to support safe, high-quality, and efficient production on assigned gel pack production lines. This role is responsible for setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintaining performance to PSI-approved standards while supporting customer delivery commitments.

What You’ll Do

  • Operate, set up, and troubleshoot production lines producing gel packs at standard rates while meeting quality requirements.
  • Follow all safety rules and proactively identify and address unsafe conditions/behaviors.
  • Complete required preventive maintenance (PMs), report equipment issues, assist with repairs as needed, and thoroughly clean equipment and the production area each shift.
  • Provide daytoday production direction to Packers and Stackers on your line to ensure product is packaged and palletized to quality standards.
  • Follow established policies and procedures (SOPs, flowcharts, onepoint lessons, downtime escalation policy).
  • Accurately complete production and quality reports and other assigned documentation.
  • Communicate effectively with the Shift Supervisor/Production Manager regarding safety, equipment, throughput, quality, inventory, and personnel concerns.
  • Support a positive, respectful team environment and ensure strong communication during shift changes.

What We’re Looking For

  • Ability to read, write, and speak English and communicate effectively.
  • Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools. (Mechanically inclined is a plus.)
  • Prior machine operation and troubleshooting experience preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and problemsolving skills.
  • A positive, dependable attitude and the aptitude to learn quickly. Willing to take feedback, stay engaged, and help the team succeed.
  • Reliable and flexible, including willingness to work overtime as needed.
  • ERP and paperless production reporting experience is a plus.

Education & Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum three (3) months experience as a Pelton Shepherd Assistant Machine Operator with demonstrated performance meeting goals and objectives.
  • Experience with vertical form fill and seal equipment and/or liquidfilled product production is a plus.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
  • Ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to clean, inspect, and service machinery.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs.

Additional Information

This role may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Interested? Apply today!

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