Job Description

Are you ready to play a crucial role in our production process? We're seeking a dedicated Production Machine Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll run our envelope production machines at our climate-controlled Butler facility, minutes from Milwaukee!

Machine Operators safely run our fast-running envelope machines in a production factory. Machine Operators also examine work orders to determine specifications that have been met, as well as inspect product quality according to established quality guidelines using tools such as a ruler, and pack envelopes uniformly and neatly, keeping up with the machine speeds. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality will help us uphold our high standards while contributing to our success in delivering top-notch products to our customers. You can also earn 80 hours of paid vacation and up to 3 sick days available within your first year while working in a climate-controlled facility.

SHIFT AVAILABLE

1st Shift 6:30am - 2:30pm, M-F

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 to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.
• Stability: Family-owned company for over 115 years.
• Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.
  
  

WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?

• Loads, unloads , and moves materials, tooling, and finished products within the plant
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Operates a hand truck to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
• Counts, weighs , and records the number of units of materials moved or handled on a daily production sheet.
• Removes, empties, and returns all paper waste bins making certain to deposit in correct recycling containers.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Primarily responsible for the quality of the product being made by the machine they are assigned.
• Maintain adequate levels of adhesive and paper to ensure a continuous production cycle.
• Apply standardized inspection procedures to all envelopes produced.
• Maintain speeds set by the adjuster and supervisor for each job setup.
  
  

Company Description

This is an extraordinarily visionary, entrepreneurial and sales-driven organization. Western States is a stable, privately held business with over 115 years of history being an “About Family Company” in that our employees, their families, and our communities are at the forefront of how we do business in an atmosphere that is both autonomous and collaborative.

The leadership team is highly focused on supporting sales efforts and driving growth and diversification. We have commanded 5+% market share within a $3 billion industry, with more opportunity to increase this. We have unique products and one of the largest volumes of catalog options for customers. We are obsessed with high quality customer care and providing excellent products.

We can't wait to see how you will #PlaceYourStampHere!

This is an extraordinarily visionary, entrepreneurial and sales-driven organization. Western States is a stable, privately held business with over 115 years of history being an “About Family Company” in that our employees, their families, and our communities are at the forefront of how we do business in an atmosphere that is both autonomous and collaborative. The leadership team is highly focused on supporting sales efforts and driving growth and diversification. We have commanded 5+% market share within a $3 billion industry, with more opportunity to increase this. We have unique products and one of the largest volumes of catalog options for customers. We are obsessed with high quality customer care and providing excellent products. We can't wait to see how you will #PlaceYourStampHere!