Machine Adjuster - 2nd Shift

SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,500.00

Are you highly mechanical and prefer tools over keyboards and screens?  A hands-on problem solver?  We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Order Set Up Operator (Adjuster) to join our production team in our Erlanger, KY location, just minutes from Cincinnati, OH.  Work in a climate-controlled facility!  Start off at $20-$22/hour with a GUARANTEED RAISE at 30 days, then merit increases every 90 days until you reach top rate!  Our current top rate is $27.00/hour with $0.75 shift 

This role ensures efficient and smooth operations by setting up and configuring machinery for production runs. This role is to operate ALL machines in the department, set up work orders to specifications, troubleshoot, and perform daily maintenance and minor repairs on envelope folding machines. We are looking for candidates with hands-on mechanical ability who have had experience setting up orders on machines in a production/manufacturing OR candidates with experience in an auto/fleet mechanic environment.

SHIFT AVAILABLE:
2nd Shift:  4:30pm-3:00am (4 10-hour days) + $0.75/hr shift premium when working the 2nd shift hours. 

TRAINING:
ALL training is completed on the 1st shift. Training will take at least 6 months to learn our machines and our industry, but could be up to 8-9 months on FIRST SHIFT before transitioning to your home shift on 2nd

HERE'S WHAT MAKES WESTERN STATES A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

• Competitive compensation: Regular pay raises and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k with company match.
• Work-life balance: 9 paid holidays, 80 hours of PTO, Sick Days starting your first year to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones.
• Flexibility: We have multiple shifts available to meet your scheduling needs. 
• Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development.
• Stability: Family-owned company with over 115 years in operation.

WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE?

• Operates all machines in the Folding Department
• Examines work orders to determine specifications.
• Inspects product quality according to quality guidelines.
• Checks orders throughout production to ensure accuracy of labeling, printing, and packaging.
• Performs hands-on daily machine maintenance, changeovers, and set-up of machines.
• Minor machine repairs.
• Troubleshoots minor operating difficulties including analyzing machine operations, inspecting of products, and making necessary mechanical adjustments to eliminate quality variations and mechanical malfunctions.
• Performs machine wash-up and other general cleaning duties.
• Accurately completes paperwork to record labor, time, and quality.
• Maintains accurate count of envelopes to boxes, cartons, and pallets.
• Packs envelopes uniformly and neatly into completed containers while keeping up with machine speeds.
• Place die-cut paper stacks into the machine feed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated expertise as Set-Up Operator, Envelope Adjuster or Auto Mechanic experience.  Industry on an RA and/or WD machines in a position of similar skill set and level of responsibility within the Envelope Industry preferred but not required. 5 years machine set-up and/or repair experience preferred.
• Proven ability to set up orders on production manufacturing equipment,