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NPS Holdings LLC

Machine Operator - Experienced

Cudahy, WI · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

With multiple locations across the United States, NPS makes towel and tissue products for the Away ... operating and ensuring the machine is running at its optimum level both safely and efficiently.

NPS Holdings LLC

Machine Operator - Experienced

Cudahy, WI · On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

With multiple locations across the United States, NPS makes towel and tissue products for the Away ... operating and ensuring the machine is running at its optimum level both safely and efficiently.

Essity

Paper Converting Machine Operator

Neenah, WI · On-site

$27.34/hr

Paper Converting Machine Operator Who We Are Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene ... bath tissue and other products within a fast paced tissue converting environment. The ideal ...

5th HQ

Machine Operators

Pompano Beach, FL

$14/hr

... Energy Operators in Pompano to perform multifunctional work on production machines. Must have a ... Drawing guides and pinning tissue paper patterns onto fabric. * Keep track of work orders and ...

Cargill

Machine Operator

Garden City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

Cargill

Machine Operator

Dodge City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

5th HQ

Sewing Machine Operators

Pompano Beach, FL

$14 - $14.75/hr

... Energy Operators in Pompano to perform multifunctional work on production machines. Must have a ... Drawing guides and pinning tissue paper patterns onto fabric. * Keep track of work orders and ...

Medline

Machine Operator I

Redmond, OR

$17.25 - $25/hr

A Machine Operator is responsible for the initial sorting, photographing, decontaminating and ... human tissue) * Dry, cleaned devices using compressed air * In each duty previously listed ...

Cargill

Skilled Machine Operator

Dodge City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

Cargill

Skilled Machine Operator

Dodge City, KS · On-site

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

Cargill

Skilled Machine Operator

Garden City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

Cargill

Skilled Machine Operator

Dodge City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

Cargill

Skilled Machine Operator

Dodge City, KS

$23.70/hr

... operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters. Job Location: Dodge City, KS Job type ... Maintaining Processes such as rendering and tissue processes * Tracking, reading, or creating ...

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How much do tissue machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for tissue machine operator in the United States is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Tissue Machine Operator job?

A Tissue Machine Operator is responsible for running and maintaining machinery that produces tissue products, such as toilet paper, paper towels, and napkins. They monitor production, adjust settings for quality and efficiency, and perform routine maintenance to prevent breakdowns. Operators also inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and troubleshoot any issues that arise during production. This role requires strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Tissue Machine Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tissue Machine Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent with relevant manufacturing experience. Familiarity with automated tissue converting machines, quality control instruments, and safety protocols is commonly required, and some positions may value certifications such as OSHA or manufacturing equipment operation training. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and effective communication are important soft skills. These abilities ensure efficient machine operation, maintain high safety and product quality standards, and support smooth workflow in a manufacturing environment.

What does a typical shift look like for a Tissue Machine Operator and what are the main responsibilities during that time?

A typical shift for a Tissue Machine Operator involves monitoring the operation of tissue-making equipment, performing routine adjustments, and ensuring product quality meets established standards. Operators often handle machine setups and changeovers, conduct regular inspections, and troubleshoot minor mechanical issues as they arise. Collaboration with maintenance teams and supervisors is common to address larger problems or to optimize production efficiency. Most shifts require standing for extended periods and being attentive to safety protocols throughout the workday. This hands-on role is essential to keeping production running smoothly and maintaining a safe workplace.
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Machine Operator - Experienced

Machine Operator - Experienced

NPS Holdings LLC

Cudahy, WI • On-site

$16.50 - $23/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Starting wage pays $16.50 - $23/hour + $1/hour for night shift with a $5,000 Sign on bonus!
We have various positions open for our machine operators:
Experienced (At least 3years experience)
Shifts will be 2-2-3/12-Hour shifts with both Day and Night availability
Company Profile
NPS was founded in 1996 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. We are committed to providing high-quality products, responsive service and exceptional value. With multiple locations across the United States, NPS makes towel and tissue products for the Away from Home markets and specialty packaging material for a broad assortment of retailers and customers. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment to manufacture not only the best products in the industry, but also to ensure delivery of the products you need - when and where you need them.
Position Location
Position will be located at Cudahy, Wisconsin
Reporting Relationship
Reports directly to Production Supervisor
Job Overview
This individual will be responsible for operating and ensuring the machine is running at its optimum level both safely and efficiently. This position will monitor all physical characteristics, monitor specific tests and results and take corrective actions as necessary to ensure quality material is being manufactured with low waste. The incumbent will be responsible for documenting and communicating all changes.
General Responsibilities
  • Have a self-motivated, proactive and a positive "can do" attitude.
  • Maintain good housekeeping practices.
  • Be aware of machine results and take initiative to respond to poor results.
  • Have the physical ability to perform manual labor; climb; bend, etc.
  • Have a good work, safety, performance and attendance record.
  • Ensure all production materials are available.
  • Set up machine and make necessary changes to ensure quality material is produced.
  • Identify and solve immediate and short-term machine quality, waste, delay and safety issues.
  • Perform quality control tests on all materials manufactured
  • Keep records up to date and communicate fully with other team members.
  • Ability to operate forklift or other lift equipment is desired
  • Run the machine at the maximum speed (as stated on the NTC standards sheet for the product running) with low waste, while producing a quality product meeting NTC and customer requirements.
  • Perform roll changes, thread the machine, trouble shoot, make diameter, perforation cut, tension, and log saw adjustments.
  • Responsible for cleaning the machine and work area creating a clean and safe working environment.
  • Accurately complete daily production reports, and other miscellaneous paper work.
  • Fix runability problems: Perform diameter and perforation adjustments, correct tension problems, and any other machine problems or adjustments as they arise
  • Log Saw adjustments: Understand the correct way to set grind stones, change and grind log saw blade, set roll clamps, and set program screen
  • Case-Packer: Understand how to operate the case-packer, load the magazine, set the control panel screen, and make adjustments for case configuration changes
  • Wrapper: Understand how to operate the wrapper, change and align over-wrap parent rolls, re-time the wrapper, make adjustments for roll diameter changes, and set the control panel screen
  • Quality checks: Run all products to NTC and customer requirements. Check every product case to ensure compliance to these requirements
  • Roll changes: Put on correct parent rolls of paper as needed, cutting down finished cores. Splicing the roll of paper into the web and/or threading the machine
  • Production and waste standards: maintain 90% production efficiency or better and maintain waste standards at or below 8%
  • Greasing and oiling: Lubricate machines daily, making sure oiler is full and all times and that the machine is greased
  • Housekeeping: Maintain a clean work area, including clean floor, tables and machines.
  • Safety: Follow all safety procedures, including but not limited to: Lockout/Tagout, operating with all guards in place, using all personal protective equipment, and wearing appropriate clothing for machine operation. No loose or baggy clothes, no dangling jewelry, and hair longer than shoulder length must be tied up
  • Constant standing, walk and use of hands and fingers and frequent talking and hearing
  • Frequently lift and carry up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds
  • Good close distance and peripheral vision as well as depth perception and the ability to see colors and adjust focus
  • All other tasks as assigned

Required Experience
• Prior machine operating experience
• Technical understanding
• Knowledge of how to use hand tools
• Manufacturing knowledge is preferred
Requirements for Success
  • Actively support company initiatives through words and actions
  • Comply with the policies set forth in the NPS Handbook
  • Be self-motivated, communicate well and have the willingness and adaptability to work under varying conditions.
  • Work overtime, holidays and weekends as scheduled
  • Insatiable curiosity to address consumer and/or business challenges with differentiated solutions
  • Ability, and willingness, to have fun at work
  • Making independent decisions critical to job success with little supervision
  • Self-starter, action-oriented, who takes initiative and thrives in a collaborative environment that includes varied technical staff
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines

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