Why BALCAN? We operate on a 12 hour shift, 2, 2, 3, rotation. We offer a night shift differential of $3.00 per hour and a weekend differential of $1.50/hr for Saturdays and Sundays in addition to base hourly rate. This position comes with a $2,500 signing bonus, payable at 6 months and 12 months of continuous employment. Retention bonus after 1 year. Training bonuses, referral bonuses, attendance bonuses and more! Day and Night shifts available. If you have a USM passport, paid training in Canada may be available - all expense paid. Summary The Machine Operator (Converting) ensures the production of products of unequaled quality using recent and sophisticated machines. Programming, adjustment and setting of machine parameters, adjusting between orders, and preventive maintenance of the machine and to help in the process of "troubleshooting" if necessary. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem from time to time.

• Production quality control according to established standards.
• Adjust the settings of the industrial process machine during start-up according to the production parameters.
• Manufacture packaging that complies with quality standards.
• Operate the tubing machine using the control panels for the transformation of plastic film into high quality tubes according to various processes.
• Safety-oriented mindset and adherence to safety regulations.
• Keep your work environment clean and organized at all times.
• Record production information such as quantity, weight, size, date and different types of products produced.
• Monitor indicators, computer readings and control screens to verify prescribed processing conditions and make adjustments to modify variables as required.
• Execute all other related tasks as directed when needed.
• Manually or mechanically transport the raw materials, finished products and others in the factory.
• Use of production reporting system to ensure accuracy of data and labels.
• 5S and housekeeping
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Expand knowledge on tubing lines (and other equipment) through experience.
• Be able to operate in a team environment through proper communication and assisting each other during all steps of operation.
• Embrace the Balcan Culture and strive for success through the Balcan values.
• Other duties as assigned. Education and /or Experience
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Previous machine operating experience required.
• Experience working with blown film is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Safety-oriented mindset and adherence to safety regulations.
• Mathematical ability necessary.
• Ability to work various shifts.
• Basic computer skills required.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.95 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to commute/relocate: Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): This position requires mandatory travel to Canada for a 4-6 week training period. In order to travel to Canada, you must be passport eligible or possess a passport. Can you meet this requirement?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person