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Wrapper Machine Operator

Aardvark Straws, 7310 Innovation Blvd, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America Req #67
Friday, May 5, 2023
Hoffmaster Group Inc, is an industry leader producing the most complete line of specialty disposable tabletop products for over 75 years. Hoffmaster competes in three distinct business segments – Foodservice, Consumer, and E-Commerce. Our products can be found in thousands of retailers, restaurants, hotels, and more. As a customer centric company, we strive to deliver innovative solutions to both our customers and the ultimate end users of our products. This Innovation is a key part of what we do here at Hoffmaster, and we continue to drive the industry forward by investing in our employees and state-of-the-art technology.
2nd Shift (3p-11p)

Climate controlled, clean facility looking for machine operators!
Pay starts at $16/hour+
Full-time position with benefits. (Included below)
Competitive wage progression program and opportunities for advancement.

Get paid and help save the oceans!
Apply today and help us put an end to plastic straw use - the sea turtles thank you!

Daily Duties:

You will load paper rolls onto the machine and fill the hopper with unwrapped straws. The machine will wrap the straws before ejecting them from the machine onto a belt that will fill another small hopper. You inspect the straws for defects then pack them into a box. You will make occasional adjustments to the machine while monitoring the operation. Through the shift you will track your production and preform required daily maintenance on the machine.

 

About the Company:

Aardvark creates straws using natural papers, that are more sustainable and more durable than any other paper straw on the market. Today, these straws can be found throughout the world. In response to the growing anti plastic movement only FDA compliant food-grade, marine degradable and compostable materials are used.

 

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vison Insurance plans
Company Paid Life Insurance
401K
LTD/STD
HAS/FSA
Tuition Reimbursement
Promotes from within
Paid Holidays
Paid vacation
Referral Program
 

Full Job Description

Perform all set-up process steps to load, operate, and change over a wrapping machine
Perform all change over process steps to load, operate, and tear down a paper wrapping machine
Perform various hand on operations that may include cutting, loading & unloading machines, packing, cleanup and assembly
Meet quality and efficiency standards
Operate multiple machines simultaneously
Follow written procedures related to the process you are assigned to perform. These instructions will be provided in written format (i.e. OMS Sheets, SQF quality procedures and written company policies)
Read work order specifications and can verify dimensions with various measuring devices
Perform various tasks assigned by department lead, scheduler, supervisor, and management
Attendance to safety training programs is required
Participate in continuous improvement efforts
Additional duties as assigned by supervisor
This might be the job for you if you…

Are self-motivated with outstanding decision-making skills
Have organizational and good time management skills
Have excellent written and oral communication skills
Good attitude and attendance
Be willing to learn new things
Have good hand eye coordination
Have basic understanding of mechanical equipment and mechanisms
Have the ability to work scheduled overtime
To apply, please upload a resume and complete an online application at http://www.hoffmastergroupinc.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Hoffmaster Group Inc.   

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At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Student loan and Tuition assistance, physical and mental wellness programs, Paid vacation and holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more!

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Other details

  • Job Family Manufacturing
  • Pay Type Hourly
  • Travel Required No
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  • Aardvark Straws, 7310 Innovation Blvd, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America