Paper Machine Operator

Job Summary

The Paper Machine Operator (Backtender) helps operate the equipment used to make paper and works with the Machine Tender to keep production running safely and efficiently. This position involves monitoring equipment, checking paper quality, helping resolve production problems, and learning how to keep the paper-making process running smoothly.

Essential Duties

• Assist with operating and monitoring equipment used to make paper.
• Watch for changes in equipment operation or paper quality and report problems.
• Help start and stop equipment and get production running again after interruptions.
• Check paper quality and perform basic measurements as required.
• Assist with handling paper and safely clearing production interruptions.
• Make adjustments as instructed.
• Keep equipment and the work area clean and organized.
• Complete required production records and quality checks.
• Follow work instructions, safety rules, and required procedures.
• Work with the Machine Tender and other employees to keep production running smoothly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or industrial experience preferred; paper mill experience is not required.
• Willingness to learn how to operate and monitor industrial equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and recognize when something is not working correctly.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Ability to communicate problems and work well with others.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to work safely around industrial equipment.

Pay: From $19.22 per hour

Work Location: In person