Precision Converting Equipment Operator Location:

Peru, IN Pay:

$17.00/hour to start with scheduled increases up to approximately $19.00/hour

Schedule:

Day and Night Shift Opportunities Employment Type:

Contract-to-Hire Build momentum. Shape quality. Grow your craft. Imagine stepping onto a production floor where order, cleanliness, and control set the tone. You'll operate advanced converting and winding equipment for a global manufacturer, turning raw rolls into precisely finished products—safely, efficiently, and to exacting standards. Your impact Own the setup, operation, and oversight of high-speed automated winding/converting lines Load raw materials, verify alignment and threading, and maintain steady run conditions Guard quality by conducting visual inspections and dimensional checks using calipers and tape measures Package, stack, and organize finished goods for downstream use or shipment Keep uptime high by resolving minor issues and making routine machine adjustments Protect equipment health with basic preventive maintenance (cleaning, lubrication, clearing jams, minor roller/bearing work) Document production and quality data accurately; uphold all safety and operating procedures Expand your value by cross-training on additional machines and processes What you bring 6+ months of manufacturing, production, or machine operation preferred Experience on high-speed or high-volume equipment strongly preferred Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to troubleshoot and learn Comfort with hand tools and precision measuring instruments Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting with a keen eye for detail Reliable attendance and a steady work cadence Physical readiness to stand for the shift and perform repetitive tasks (walking, lifting, twisting, bending, stacking) Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing Principles Who succeeds here Operators from paper/packaging/corrugated, roll forming/metal processing, automotive, plastics, food and beverage, medical device, pharmaceutical, or other high-speed automated environments. Direct winding experience is not required—confidence with automated machinery and basic maintenance is what counts. The environment and the upside Clean, organized, temperature-controlled production floor Stable output with limited overtime Structured pay progression from $17.00/hour to about $19.00/hour Contract-to-hire with potential conversion around 24 weeks Cross-training, multi-line exposure, and real skill development Competitive benefits upon conversion Backed by a globally established manufacturing leader Bring your curiosity and mechanical know-how. We'll provide the platform, the pace, and the path to grow.