Envelope Machine Adjuster
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Job overview
Western States Envelope is hiring an Envelope Machine Adjuster. Western States Envelope and Label Company is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Order Set Up Operator (Adjuster) to join their production team in Erlanger, KY. This role involves setting up and configuring machinery for production runs, operating all machines in the department, troubleshooting, and performing daily maintenance and minor repairs on envelope folding machines. The company offers competitive compensation, work-life balance, flexibility, and growth potential.
Key focus areas include Perform daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-ups., Inspect products and make necessary mechanical adjustments., and Troubleshoot minor operating difficulties using hand tools..
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma/GED and 2 Years Experience. Important skills include Mechanical Ability, Problem Solving, Detail Oriented, Setting Up Machinery, Operating Machines, and Troubleshooting.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
2
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$22.00 - $27.00 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
2
Job Description
💰 SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $5,000 for joining our Adjuster team!
Western States Envelope and Label Company brings over 115 years of experience to its clients, providing high-quality envelopes, labels, and packaging that meet and exceed expectations. Our machines can create envelopes from 1”x1" to 22”x27" in a variety of styles. Plus, we have over 150 million envelopes in inventory ready to ship immediately. Since opening for business in 1908, we have remained focused on our customers and employees. Goals, daily targets, invaluable employee input, and continuous improvement have made us one of the largest envelope companies in the United States!
Are you highly mechanical and prefer tools over keyboards and screens? A hands-on problem solver? We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Order Set Up Operator (Adjuster) to join our production team in our Erlanger, KY location, just minutes from Cincinnati, OH. Work in a climate-controlled facility! Start off at $22-$24/hour with a GUARANTEED RAISE at 30 days, then merit increases every 90 days until you reach top rate! Our current top rate is $27.00/hour with $0.75 shift premium.
This role ensures efficient and smooth operations by setting up and configuring machinery for production runs. This role is to operate ALL machines in the department, set up work orders to specifications, troubleshoot, and perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on envelope folding machines. We are looking for candidates with hands-on mechanical ability who have had experience setting up orders on machines in a production/manufacturing OR candidates with experience in an auto/fleet mechanic environment.
SHIFT AVAILABLE:
2nd Shift: 4:30pm-3:00am (4 10-hour days) + $0.75/hr shift premium when working the 2nd shift hours.
TRAINING:
ALL training is completed on the 1st shift. Training will take at least 6 months to learn our machines and our industry, but could be up to 8-9 months on FIRST SHIFT before transitioning to your home shift on 2nd
HERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:
Competitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.
Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, Sick Days starting your first year to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.
Flexibility: We have multiple shifts available to meet your scheduling needs.
Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.
Stability: Family-owned company since 1908!
WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?
As a key member of our Folding Department, you'll ensure the smooth and efficient operation of our machinery. Your responsibilities will include:
Performing daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-ups.
Inspecting products and making necessary mechanical adjustments to eliminate quality variations and address mechanical malfunctions.
Troubleshooting minor operating difficulties using hand tools.
Executing minor machine repairs.
Operating all machines within the Folding Department.
Examining work orders to determine production specifications.
Inspecting product quality following established guidelines.
Verifying order accuracy throughout production, including labeling, printing, and packaging.
Performing machine wash-up and other general cleaning duties to maintain a tidy workspace.
Accurately completing paperwork for labor, time, and quality tracking.
Maintaining precise counts of envelopes for boxing, cartonizing, and palletizing.
Neatly and uniformly packing envelopes into containers, keeping pace with machine speeds.
Placing die-cut paper stacks into machine feeds
Splicing paper rolls into web machine feeds.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
See benefits info here: https://www.wsel.com/careers
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
Yes
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
Yes
Veteran Preference
Yes
Background Check Required
No
Industry
Manufacturing
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
15039
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