Experienced Pouch Operator – 1st Shift Schedule: 1st Shift | Four 10-hour days Pay: $25.00–$27.00 per hour, based on experience Location: Oak Creek, WI We are looking for an experienced Pouch Operator to join our flexible packaging manufacturing team. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on pouch-making experience who can independently set up, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot pouch equipment. This is not an entry-level machine operator position. Previous pouch-making or flexible packaging converting experience is strongly preferred. Responsibilities • Set up and operate pouch-making equipment according to job specifications. • Perform machine changeovers and adjustments for pouch size, seals, zippers, tear notches, perforations, and other pouch features. • Monitor temperature, tension, registration, sealing, and machine speed throughout production runs. • Inspect finished pouches for dimensions, seal integrity, appearance, registration, and overall quality. • Troubleshoot machine, material, and quality issues. • Complete required quality checks and production documentation. • Monitor scrap and work to reduce waste and downtime. • Perform routine cleaning and basic equipment maintenance. • Communicate equipment or production concerns to Maintenance and Production Leadership. • Follow all safety, quality, GMP, and plant procedures. • Maintain a clean and organized work area. Qualifications • Previous experience operating pouch-making equipment in a flexible packaging or converting environment. • Ability to independently perform machine setups and changeovers. • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. • Knowledge of pouch sealing, registration, tension, and material-feed adjustments. • Ability to read production specifications and use basic measuring tools. • Strong attention to detail and quality. • Ability to work independently and maintain production expectations. Experience with stand-up pouches, zipper pouches, three-side-seal pouches, laminated films, or similar flexible packaging products is a plus. Schedule 1st Shift – Four 10-hour days per week Enjoy a consistent four-day workweek while maintaining full-time hours. Compensation $25.00–$27.00 per hour, depending on pouch-making experience and skill level. We are looking for someone who can bring proven pouch-operating experience to the team and become productive quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.