Senior Machine Operator Jobs in Appleton, WI (NOW HIRING)

Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We provide amazing job opportunities for growth with competitive hourly pay and benefits in an exciting, dynamic, fast-paced, and fun workplace environment.  Are you looking to build a strong career? Then we have an opportunity for you! We are searching for a full-time entry-level Machine Technician at our fast-paced plant in Weyauwega, WI.

Pay: $24.40-$26.00/hour

*12hr. Rotating Shifts: 5am-5pm, 5pm-5am*

Your Role:

As a Machine Technician, you will be Responsible for safely operating one or more FL/SR extrusion lines to produce high-quality zipper and film products in compliance with customer specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards.

You will have the opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!

• Follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure personal and environmental safety.
• Use appropriate PPE and communicate hazards to peers and supervisors.
• Comply with BRCGS and GMP standards, reporting any food safety concerns immediately.
• Set up, start, adjust, and shut down extrusion equipment and winding systems.
• Perform material changeovers and assemble production components.
• Adjust machine parameters (heat, water, tension, winder) to maintain quality.
• Assist in R&D trials and troubleshooting mechanical/electrical issues.
• Perform and document regular product quality checks using appropriate tools.
• Read and follow specifications, input production data accurately in systems.
• Collaborate with QA and rerun rejected products when necessary.
• Conduct daily/weekly housekeeping and equipment cleaning.
• Change screens, filters, and safely handle approved cleaning agents.
• Support co-workers and cover for breaks as needed.
• Train new operators as directed by leadership.

Ultimately, you will play an important part in our production process, and you will help us maintain our status in the industry by ensuring that we are making quality products. As a valued employee, you will have access to our competitive benefits package, you will be financially rewarded for learning new skills, and you will have opportunities for growth.

You will love it here if…

• You put safety first, always
• You listen, learn, and evolve
• You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
• You treat all people with respect, operating ethically, and embrace inclusivity
• You are committed to improving our impact on local communities

What we have to offer you here at Reynolds

• Wisely Pay Card – so you can get your money fast
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Wellness Program that pays you back up to $1,000 a year!
• 401K
• PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Program earn up to $1,000
• Pay for Skills program
• Life Insurance
• Employee Resource Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Infertility Coverage
• Enhanced Musculoskeletal Wellness Program

We need you to have:

• 2+ years of Machine Operating experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of extrusion processes.
• Basic math and data entry skills; ability to interpret specs and measurements.
• Visual attention to detail and ability to distinguish colors and defects.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; climb steps up 3 levels high, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds.
• A strong desire, dedication, and determination to succeed, by continually improving skills through on-the-job training and various offered educational opportunities.
• Able to work 12-hour shifts, prioritize tasks, and work independently under pressure.

Icing on the cake:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Previous experience in an industrial manufacturing environment or related area.

Want to know more? Check out our website or connect with us on LinkedIn!

Apply today to join a fast-growing innovative company!

            Not a good fit but know someone who is? Please refer them!

Local candidates only, no relocation assistance available

Join Reynolds Consumer Products and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities!

For applicants or employees who are disabled or require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, you may request assistance by emailing us at Recruitment@ReynoldsBrands.com.

No recruiter calls or emails please.

RCP affords equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, sex, marital status, protected veteran status, pregnancy, national origin, genetics, genetic information, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. RCP conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.