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Machine Operator - $24.51 / hr.

Kruger Products | Produits Kruger
Memphis, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2025

KTG USA is a high-speed complex tissue manufacturing mill that operates 24 / 7 / 365. The Machine Operator positions are part of a production team that work 12-hour rotating shifts and have accountability for the safe operation and minor maintenance of equipment in assigned production areas. Successful candidates can expect to earn competitive pay, great benefits, and free tissue products.

Current vacancies are entry-level positions within the Paper Mill and Converting Departments.

The expectation is that individuals filling these positions will be self-motivated to learn all of the responsibilities within their operational area to ensure complete flexibility so that Machine Operator employees can flow to the work as needed. Machine Operator employees will also be expected to provide coaching, mentoring, and training to other team members to ensure the development of other team members.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Ensuring all safety rules and safe work procedures are followed by themselves and by others working in and around the machinery
  • Maintaining housekeeping standards
  • Making sure that all finished tissue products adhere to quality conformance and diligence specifications
  • Operating primary equipment in the department assigned (for example : forklifts, rewinders, core machines, core delivery systems, log saws, palletizers, wrapper / bundlers, and / or case packers, pulping equipment, paper machine equipment, etc.) with a sense of urgency and at centerline conditions, standard speeds, etc. to maximize productivity and achieve production targets
  • Inputting data into and monitoring mill-wide Data Collection Systems as required to verify continuous operation at machine set-points
  • Managing costs wisely by eliminating waste (i.e. raw materials, finishing supplies, parts, tools, time, personnel), and taking the initiative to bring forward and resolve issues
  • Initiating, completing and / or assisting with equipment maintenance and repair as needed

HIRING REQUIREMENTS :

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must have earned a High School Diploma or GED
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug test, and criminal background check
  • Must complete and achieve required scoring levels on both the ACT Work Keys and STM Mechanical Aptitude Assessment (both are provided during the recruitment process)
  • Have ability and willingness to :
  • Lift up to 50lbs., climb ladders and stairs, work at heights, and stand for continuous periods of time
  • Work rotating 12hr shifts (two 12-hour days, two 12-hour nights, then 4 days off) with available overtime and some holidays
  • Work in a hot, humid, noisy, and high-volume machine production area
  • THE BEST SUITED CANDIDATES WILL :

  • Possess a record of stable employment for 2 years (preference given to applicants with previous manufacturing experience)
  • Demonstrate ability to work through challenges in a fast-paced team oriented environment
  • Commit to safety and organizational goals
  • Be comfortable using computers and associated software
  • Practice and apply professional communication skills
  • Display self-motivation and the ability to work with a sense of urgency under minimal supervision
  • Meet attendance expectations by coming to work when scheduled
  • Be mechanically inclined and capable of working on equipment (examples of prior work experience might include manufacturing equipment, farm equipment, automotive, etc.)
  • Bring a positive attitude to work each day
  • K.T.G.(USA) Inc . is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest in K.T.G.(USA) Inc. , but only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

    Salary : $25

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