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Film Machine Operator Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Novolex

Lead Operator II

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$24 - $34/hr

The Lead Operator will be responsible for the operation of blown film machinery, ensuring the production of high-quality plastic film products. This role requires technical proficiency, leadership ...

Novolex

Lead Operator II

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$24 - $34/hr

The Lead Operator will be responsible for the operation of blown film machinery, ensuring the production of high-quality plastic film products. This role requires technical proficiency, leadership ...

Novolex

Lead Operator II

Rancho Cucamonga, CA · On-site

$24 - $34/hr

The Lead Operator will be responsible for the operation of blown film machinery, ensuring the production of high-quality plastic film products. This role requires technical proficiency, leadership ...

Gotham Greens

Packhouse Operator

Davis, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Greenhouse/Packhouse Operator (Labeler) and Runner Areas of Responsibility: Tier 1 * Start up and ... Change film, labels, and ribbons. * Stock Raw Materials after shutdown and as needed to complete ...

Gotham Greens

Packhouse Operator

Davis, CA · On-site

$18/hr

Greenhouse/Packhouse Operator (Labeler) and Runner Areas of Responsibility: Tier 1 * Start up and ... Change film, labels, and ribbons. * Stock Raw Materials after shutdown and as needed to complete ...

Bunzl Distribution Inc.

Print Operator

Walnut, CA

$18 - $23/hr

One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred. * Basic knowledge ...

Bunzl

Print Operator

Walnut, CA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred. * Basic knowledge ...

Bunzl

Print Operator

City Of Industry, CA

$18 - $23/hr

One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred. * Basic knowledge ...

Bunzl Warehouse

Print Operator

Walnut, CA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred. * Basic knowledge ...

BUNZL

Print Operator

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

One to two years of experience in direct-to-film printing, digital printing, heat-transfer production, screen printing, pad printing, or a related machine-operator role preferred. * Basic knowledge ...

Micross

ThickFlim Operator

San Jose, CA · On-site

ThickFilm Printing Operator Location: San Jose, CA Reports To: Test Supervisor Summary: The Thick ... Set up and operate thick film screen printing machines. * Print conductive, resistive, and ...

Tropicale Foods

Line Operator

Ontario, CA

$17 - $20.75/hr

Sorts and stores product to pack, uses the operating machine and refills all packaging material, including film and ink. * Inspects packaging materials and removes defective articles. * Cleans and ...

Tropicale Foods

Line Operator

Ontario, CA

$17/hr

Sorts and stores product to pack, uses the operating machine and refills all packaging material, including film and ink. * Inspects packaging materials and removes defective articles. * Cleans and ...

Revolution Company

Conversion Operator

Vernon, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $18/hr

Revolution is now hiring for multiple Conversion Operator positions in Vernon, CA. This position is ... Threads film through rollers on conversion machine. Qualifications * 1-2 years of running machinery ...

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What is the difference between Film Machine Operator vs Camera Operator?

AspectFilm Machine OperatorCamera Operator
Primary RoleOperates film or motion picture equipment to produce filmsOperates cameras to capture video or film footage
Work EnvironmentFilm studios, production sets, post-production facilitiesOn-location shoots, studios, live events
CredentialsTechnical training, film production experienceCamera-specific training, film or video production experience
Industry UsageFilm, television, commercial productionFilm, television, live broadcasting

While both roles involve working with film and video equipment, the Film Machine Operator focuses on operating specialized machinery for film production, whereas the Camera Operator handles the actual capturing of footage. Both require technical skills and industry experience, but their daily tasks and equipment differ significantly.

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Lead Operator II

Novolex

Rancho Cucamonga, CA • On-site

$24 - $34/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Re-posted 11 days ago

Novolex rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 102 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

Company Overview
Why Choose Us?
Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.
Our Sustainability Commitment
The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.
Job Description
Compensation: $24.00 to $34.00 an hour - paid weekly
Shift Available: Days 8am to 8pm and Nights - 8pm to 8:00am
Job Overview:
The Lead Operator will be responsible for the operation of blown film machinery, ensuring the production of high-quality plastic film products. This role requires technical proficiency, leadership abilities, and a commitment to maintaining production efficiency to include quality and safety standards.
Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities:
  • Setting up and operate machinery, including all post extruders, dies, air rings, cooling systems, and winders and related equipment
  • Monitoring and adjusting machine settings, such as temperatures, speeds, and pressures, to ensure optimal production performance and product quality
  • Conducting regular quality checks and inspections of the product, identifying, and resolving any issues or defects
  • Collaborating with Inventory Resin Control to ensure the availability of raw materials and necessary supplies for continuous production
  • Maintaining production records, machine settings, production outputs, and quality data.
  • Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, performing minor repairs, and coordinating with maintenance technicians for major repairs or servicing.
  • Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a culture of safety within the team and across the manufacturing facility.
  • Positive collaboration with all employees to maximize safety, quality, productivity output
  • Enforce standard operating procedures and best practices to optimize production efficiency and minimize waste
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, such as quality, maintenance, and shipping, to ensure smooth operations and timely product delivery
  • May be responsible for packaging, inspecting, labeling product preparing them for shipment.
  • Other essential duties as assigned

Candidate Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent. Additional technical certifications or training in blown film production is preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in blown film production, with a strong understanding of blown film processes, machinery, and troubleshooting or related production processes.
  • Proficiency in setting up and operating machinery, including extruders, dies, air rings, cooling systems, and winders
  • Physical stamina to stand, bend, lift heavy objects, walk up and down stairs, and perform repetitive tasks
  • Strong technical and mechanical aptitude, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet production schedules
  • Knowledge of quality procedures and the ability to conduct inspections and maintain product quality
  • Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders

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Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.
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