Machine Operator, Paper Bags (Night Shift)

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Job Summary

The Bag Machine Operator I is responsible for safely operating assigned bag-making equipment while maintaining production flow and meeting established quality and productivity standards. This role performs routine machine setups, equipment adjustments, basic troubleshooting, and product inspections to ensure efficient and consistent manufacturing operations.

Location: 4900 Engineers Way, North Las Vegas, NV 89081

Hourly rate: $18.00

Shift schedules available: Nights (Monday – Friday)

API Group is a family and minority-owned packaging leader with 40+ years in the industry. Through Advance Polybag, Accredo Packaging, and Advance Paperbag, our family of companies provides plastic, flexible, and paper packaging solutions for customers across a variety of markets. Headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas, API Group brings together decades of packaging expertise, advanced manufacturing, innovation, and a shared commitment to quality.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Perform routine machine setups and adjustments in accordance with production requirements.
• Operate bag-making equipment according to production specifications and established operating procedures.
• Adjust machine settings, including size, tension, pressure, and print quality, to maintain product conformance.
• Review production orders and verify job specifications prior to production startup.
• Load materials and monitor machine performance throughout the production process.
• Resolve routine production issues and minor mechanical problems.
• Perform product inspections and document quality results in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance activities and maintain equipment cleanliness.
• Assist maintenance personnel with troubleshooting and repairs as required.
• Follow all safety policies, operating procedures, and company standards.
• Maintain production records and documentation as required.
• Meet established production, quality, waste, and efficiency targets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating bag-making equipment or comparable high-speed manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment independently.
• Successful completion of all required operator training and certification programs.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of bag-making equipment and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret production orders, specifications, and quality standards.
• Ability to perform routine machine setups and equipment adjustments.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify quality defects and take appropriate corrective action.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to meet production and performance expectations.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work safely around moving machinery and industrial equipment.
• Ability to work overtime and varying schedules as required.

Travel Requirements

• None

Other Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Completion of training courses as determined by management.
• Willingness to continue learning and developing within the role.

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