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Machine Operator

ProAmpac
Rocky Mount, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
ProAmpac is ACTIVELY HIRING Machine Operators at our Rocky Mount, VA facility!

About The Company

  • ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with comprehensive product offerings. Providing creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement and Impact. The safety and health of our team is our top priority. ProAmpac has taken great steps to provide all personal protective equipment and sanitizing supplies to create a safe and healthy work environment for you.

**Company Perks **

  • Competitive starting pay plus pay increases after 3,6, and 9 months.
  • Generous shift differential for night shifts
  • Recognition & bonuses for being a valued and reliable team member
  • Advancement Opportunities, a place to build your future
  • Multiple Bonus Programs (Attendance, Safety, and Referral)
  • Gas Stipend for those who drive more than 20 miles one way

Outstanding Benefits

  • Competitive wages, shift premiums, promotions from within
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Excellent PTO (Vacation and Personal Time) – Available after 60-days
  • Full Benefits including Medical| Dental | Vision |Disability Insurance
  • 401k
  • Wellness program that gives back money for leading a healthy lifestyle

What makes a great operator!

  • Reliability: Looking for candidates that show up consistently for their team
  • Willingness to learn: a drive to learn a variety of tasks
  • Previous experience operating a machine or working in a manufacturing setting
  • Ability to climb stairs and work from elevated platforms
  • Ability to work 12-hour shifts.

Shifts

  • DAY: 223 Schedule Days: 7am - 7pm or 8am - 8pm
  • NIGHTS: 223 Schdule Nights: 7pm - 7am or 8pm - 8am

Machine Operator Roles Available

Extrusion: Where it all begins! This position creates the plastic film used to make the bags.

The Extrusion Line Operator controls and monitors the film production of his or her designated line(s). Oversees the quality, housekeeping, and safety of the designated extrusion line(s). Maintains clear communication with all Plant Department in an effort to produce quality base film.

Press: This vital role creates the visual aspect (the ink on the bags) to our manufacturing process.

Converting: This is our largest function. This is taking the film and "converting" it into a bag.

This position will be responsible for setting up the bag machine to convert rolls of printed or plain rolls of film into bags of varying sizes and shapes per customer specifications.

Notice: This position is subject to both preemployment and post-employment (random) drug testing. Additionally, we will conduct drug and alcohol testing in cases of reasonable suspicion and post-accident as deemed necessary.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Apply now!

You Should Be Proficient In

  • Quality Inspection Experience
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Tape Measure Reading
  • Shop Math Skills
  • Blueprint Reading

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

  • Extrusion Machine
  • Flexographic Printing Press

Salary : $16 - $19

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