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Smyth Companies

Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am (3rd Shift) Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm (2nd Shift) Smyth-Green Bay is ... As a Finishing Machine (Rewind) Operator and member of the Print Finishing Team you will help bring ...

Labelink

Rewind Operator - 2nd Shift

Appleton, WI · On-site

Training will be conducted on 1st shift. * Second Shift: Monday-Thursday, 2:20 PM-12:20 AM (+$1.00 shift differential). What You'll Do * Operate rewinders to convert printed product into finished ...

Career Site

Production Operator - 1st Shift

Avenel, NJ · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

The Rewind Operator provides directions to Coater Technicians on color changes and coating rolls in ... In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring ...

Pro Mach, Inc.

Rewinder Operator

Hartland, WI · On-site

This position supports night shift production and plays a key role in ensuring high-quality ... Set up and operate rewind machines to produce finished label rolls * Inspect printed products and ...

Pro Mach, Inc.

Rewinder Operator

Hartland, WI · On-site

This position supports night shift production and plays a key role in ensuring high-quality ... Set up and operate rewind machines to produce finished label rolls * Inspect printed products and ...

Cursive Solutions Inc

Rewinder Operator

Cincinnati, OH

$18 - $20/hr

The Opportunity We're hiring a full-time Rewinder Operator to slit, inspect, and rewind printed ... off: 1st shift - Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Three-day weekend, every week. 2nd ...

Resource Label Group LLC

Packer

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

... 1st Shift 6 AM - 2 PM 2nd Shift 2 PM-10 PM - +2/hr shift differential** Responsibilities * Pull master rolls from Press Department and move to Finishing staging area to be used by Rewind operators

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How much do 1st shift rewind operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for 1st shift rewind operator in the United States is $17.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 1St Shift Rewind Operator vs 2nd Shift Rewind Operator?

Aspect1St Shift Rewind Operator2nd Shift Rewind Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, training in rewinding machineryHigh school diploma, similar machinery training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant, daytime hoursManufacturing plant, evening/night hours
Industry UsageCommonly employed in printing, paper, and packaging industriesSame industries, different shift timing

The main difference between a 1St Shift Rewind Operator and a 2nd Shift Rewind Operator is the work shift timing. Both roles require similar skills, credentials, and work environments, but they operate during different hours. Employers may choose shift based on production needs, but job responsibilities remain largely consistent across shifts.

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Infographic showing various 1St Shift Rewind Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,135 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Finishing Machine Operator

Smyth Companies

On-site

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

5 DAY WORKWEEK / 8 HOURS A DAY / OT AVAILABLE

SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am (3rd Shift)

Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm (2nd Shift)

Smyth-Green Bay is seeking candidates who take pride in what they do, love being part of something great, enjoy learning, and creating new opportunities for our customers. From big moments to everyday moments, you get the opportunity to make a difference .  Come DEVELOP AND GROW your career with us!  

As a Finishing Machine (Rewind) Operator and member of the Print Finishing Team you will help bring our customers’ package labels to life, enabling them to stand out over the competition, and create a customer experience that is second to none. Imagine walking through stores and seeing our labels on your favorite products and

brands! 

***Our full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and much more***

Key Responsibilities for Rewind Operator include:

  • Setting up, running, and maintaining CEI Rewind machines in an efficient and timely manner
  • Carefully and thoroughly inspecting completed labels for errors and defects
  • Identifying, recommending, and implementing areas for Lean improvement/modification
  • Performing work based on finishing spec sheet and priorities assigned by the Lead Rewinder/Finishing Supervisor
  • Preparing and maintaining appropriate documentation for assigned finishing tasks
  • Performing preventative maintenance tasks to ensure the reliability finishing equipment

  The ideal Rewind Operator candidate must demonstrate:

  • Attention to detail, effective time management, and multi-tasking skills to meet deadlines on multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, as well as read a ruler
  • Self-motivation, being able to work with little supervision at times
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with a diverse group of people and personalities
  • Ability to provide a high level of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization

Education, Skills, and Experience for Rewind Operator:

  • Required:  High school diploma or equivalent
  • Required:  Can perform heavy work, lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent pushing and pulling heavy items, often lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds
  • Required:  Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in the English language
  • Preferred:  One or more years of related flexographic printing experience 
  • A Plus:  Experience working with lean manufacturing 
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: Less than 1 year
Salary: $17 - $19 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No

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