Operator - Bag Machine (Tuber Department, Night Shift)

Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay: $24 per hour

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM until 4 AM. Overtime sometimes available on Fridays and Saturdays

What You’ll Do

As a Bag Machine (Tuber) Operator, you’ll be responsible for operating and maintaining bag manufacturing equipment while ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are met. Key responsibilities include:

• Safely setting up, operating, and monitoring bag machinery to meet production schedules and customer requirements
• Preparing machines for production runs by loading materials, adjusting machine settings, and calibrating equipment
• Monitoring production processes and inspecting materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Tracking and verifying materials to maintain accurate inventory and work-in-progress records
• Troubleshooting machine issues and performing routine maintenance to keep equipment running efficiently
• Training and supporting machine assistants and new team members as needed
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment around machinery and production areas
• Completing required production documentation accurately and on time
• Collaborating with technicians, supervisors, and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain workflow

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2–4 years of experience operating manufacturing or production equipment preferred
• Experience in bag converting, packaging, or flexible packaging manufacturing is a plus
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and production specifications
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot production equipment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when resolving routine issues
• Positive attitude and reliability

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work primarily in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, noise, dust, and varying temperatures
• Required PPE may include hearing protection, safety shoes, and eye protection
• Regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently use hands and arms to operate equipment and handle materials
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds as needed
• May need to climb stairs or access machinery during setup and operation

Why Choose ProAmpac?

• We offer the support of a large company with the culture of a small, collaborative team.
• Advancement Opportunities – We promote from within and invest in employee development
• Work-Life Balance – 4-day work week with opportunities for overtime
• Stable, Growing Industry – Make an impact in packaging and manufacturing
• Clean, Controlled Environment – Safety and cleanliness are top priorities

Our Benefits:

• Competitive wages + night shift premiums (if applicable)
• 11 paid holidays + PTO
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Shoe and eye protection allowance
• Progression programs for career growth

Our Core Values:

Integrity | Intensity | Involvement | Innovation | Impact

These five values guide everything we do – from the production floor to company leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ProAmpac provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.