Paper towel machine operator Purepaper Burbank, CA $18 - $25 an hour - Contract, Full-time Apply with Indeed Job Overview Operate paper towel converting machines to turn paper stock into finished, packaged products. You'll set up equipment, monitor production, and respond to routine issues while following safety and quality standards. This hands-on manufacturing role suits someone who works carefully, handles materials safely, and communicates clearly with teammates. Duties Set up, operate, and adjust converting machines and related industrial equipment; monitor production and make routine mechanical adjustments. Read production documents, check dimensions with measuring tools, and perform basic math to confirm product specifications. Inspect paper towels and packaging for quality, identify defects, and follow production quality standards. Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues, report equipment concerns, and keep the work area orderly. Handle paper and packaging materials manually or with a forklift, following safety protocols and production safety standards.

Your impact:

Consistent checks and safe machine operation help customers receive properly made, packaged paper towels.

Skills Essential:

Machine operation experience or ability to learn; mechanical knowledge and basic troubleshooting; ability to interpret production documents and take dimensional measurements.

Essential:

Safe manual handling, attention to detail, basic math, and consistent adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.

Preferred:

Experience with manufacturing, paper packaging, packaging, or converting machines; familiarity with printing, prepress, or a flexographic (flexo) press.

Preferred:

Forklift experience, industrial equipment adjustment, machining, or manufacturing management exposure.

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person