Envelope Machine OperatorMechanic Trainee
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 18 - 22
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Envelope Machine Operator/Mechanic Trainee
Join our team and play an essential role in ensuring high-quality envelope production!
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Envelope Machine Operator / Mechanic Trainee to operate adjust and maintain envelope folding machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is essential to maintaining product quality maximizing machine efficiency and supporting continuous improvement efforts. Training is provided for candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Change the machine settings from one envelope style and size to another minimizing downtime.
- Maintain the quality of the envelopes being produced including folding printing gumming latexing and any other attachments.
- Ensure proper approvals for every job manufactured.
- Actively participate in and support lean manufacturing activities.
- Prepare necessary parts and attachments before machine changes to reduce downtime.
- Seek management guidance when quality is compromised for machine speed.
- Ensure the correct gum is used for each job including seal gum back gum window gum or any special gum required.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs changes and maintenance performed.
- Monitor machine for wear and tears reporting any issues to the department supervisor.
- Continuously review each job for potential process improvements.
- Maintain a clean organized and safe work area
- Follow all safety protocols and regulations.
- Collaborate effectively with operators floor operators and adjusters across shifts and departments.
- Complete scheduled maintenance and additional duties as assigned
Compensation: $18.00$22.50 per hour based on experience plus a $1.50 per hour night shift differential
Shifts Available:
Night Shift:6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Night Shift:6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Rotating Schedule (Includes Various Weekends):
- Week 1:48 hours(Monday Tuesday Friday Saturday)
- Week 2:36 hours(Sunday Wednesday Thursday)
Skills & Qualifications
- Mechanical aptitude preferred; prior experience is a plus but not required.
- Basic math skills (addition subtraction multiplication division)
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to read and follow written verbal and diagram-based instructions
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous machine operation or mechanical experience is a plus but not required
- On-the-job training provided for motivated candidates
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
This role requires:
- Regular standing and frequent use of hands for handling materials and machine adjustments.
- Occasional walking bending kneeling and reaching.
- Lifting and moving up to50 pounds frequentlyandup to 100 pounds occasionally.
- Specific vision abilities includingcolor visionand the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to work flexible shifts.
Ready to take on an essential role in high-quality manufacturing Apply today and join our skilled team!
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Forklift
- Calipers
- Basic Math
- Math
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Stamping Press
- Plastics Blow Molding
- Micrometer
- Plastics Extrusion
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Sewing
- Manufacturing
About Company
Tension Corporation is a leading envelope printing and manufacturing company. We print billions of envelopes each year, yet customers judge us one envelope at a time. Over 100 years of envelope expertise go into every envelope project.
