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Pouch Operator - 2nd shift

PPC Flex

Oak Creek, WI 53154 • $25 to $27 / yr • 10/15/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Experienced Pouch Operator – 1st Shift

Schedule: 2nd Shift | Four 10-hour days
Pay:$25.00–$27.00 per hour, based on experience ($1.00 per hour shift premium)
Location: Oak Creek, WI

We are looking for an experienced Pouch Operator to join our flexible packaging manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on pouch-making experience who can independently set up, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot pouch equipment.

This is not an entry-level machine operator position. Previous pouch-making or flexible packaging converting experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities
  • Set up and operate pouch-making equipment according to job specifications.

  • Perform machine changeovers and adjustments for pouch size, seals, zippers, tear notches, perforations, and other pouch features.

  • Monitor temperature, tension, registration, sealing, and machine speed throughout production runs.

  • Inspect finished pouches for dimensions, seal integrity, appearance, registration, and overall quality.

  • Troubleshoot machine, material, and quality issues.

  • Complete required quality checks and production documentation.

  • Monitor scrap and work to reduce waste and downtime.

  • Perform routine cleaning and basic equipment maintenance.

  • Communicate equipment or production concerns to Maintenance and Production Leadership.

  • Follow all safety, quality, GMP, and plant procedures.

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications
  • Previous experience operatingpouch-making equipment in a flexible packaging or converting environment.

  • Ability to independently perform machine setups and changeovers.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

  • Knowledge of pouch sealing, registration, tension, and material-feed adjustments.

  • Ability to read production specifications and use basic measuring tools.

  • Strong attention to detail and quality.

  • Ability to work independently and maintain production expectations.

Experience with stand-up pouches, zipper pouches, three-side-seal pouches, laminated films, or similar flexible packaging products is a plus.

Schedule

2nd Shift – Four 10-hour days per week

Enjoy a consistent four-day workweek while maintaining full-time hours.

Compensation

$25.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on pouch-making experience and skill level.

We are looking for someone who can bring proven pouch-operating experience to the team and become productive quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.