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This position offers hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and teamwork are valued.\nAs a Machine Operator, you will play an important role in the envelope manufacturing process by operating production equipment, performing quality inspections, packaging finished products, and supporting efficient manufacturing operations. Whether you have experience as a Machine Operator, Manufacturing Associate, Production Associate, or Production Operator, we'd like to hear from you.\nResponsibilities\nOperate and monitor envelope manufacturing equipment while maintaining established production and quality standards.\nPerform Machine Operator duties safely and efficiently throughout each shift.\nInspect finished products to ensure they meet company quality control specifications and production requirements.\nCheck the previous shift's work for quality and accuracy and communicate any concerns to the Manufacturing Manager or machine adjuster.\nLoad and feed envelope blanks into the production machine using proper material handling and feeding techniques.\nAssemble cartons and package finished products according to company procedures.\nLabel cartons accurately and prepare finished orders for shipment.\nStack completed cartons on pallets while maintaining an organized work area.\nAssist machine adjusters with machine setups, troubleshooting, equipment adjustments, clearing jams, and preventative maintenance.\nComplete production paperwork, quality documentation, and sample inspections as required.\nCommunicate equipment status, production updates, and quality concerns during shift changes.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing work area by following all housekeeping standards.\nFollow all company safety procedures, manufacturing policies, and quality standards at all times.\nSupport other production and manufacturing tasks as assigned by management.\nQualifications\nPrevious experience as a Machine Operator, Production Operator, Manufacturing Associate, or in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred but not required.\nAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining attention to detail.\nStrong commitment to quality, productivity, and workplace safety.\nAbility to read production documents, follow written instructions, and accurately complete production paperwork.\nMechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot minor machine issues is a plus.\nReliable attendance and the ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including overtime when needed.\nAbility to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.\nPhysical Requirements\nStand and walk for the majority of a 12-hour shift.\nPerform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements throughout the workday.\nFrequently reach, bend, twist, and lift up to 50 pounds.\nWork safely around moving manufacturing equipment and machinery.\nMaintain productivity while working in a fast-paced production environment.\n#KENMACHINE9","company":"Workforce","rawCompany":"workforce","city":"Sandston","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T16:44:43.299Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-9111.00","title":"Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders","slug":"packaging-and-filling-machine-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"51-9196.00","title":"Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders","slug":"paper-goods-machine-setters-operators-and-tenders"},{"code":"53-7063.00","title":"Machine Feeders and Offbearers","slug":"machine-feeders-and-offbearers"}],"industries":[{"code":"322299","title":"All Other Converted Paper Product Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-converted-paper-product-manufacturing"},{"code":"322211","title":"Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing","slug":"corrugated-and-solid-fiber-box-manufacturing"},{"code":"322230","title":"Stationery Product Manufacturing","slug":"stationery-product-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine Operator","description":"Machine Operator\nLocation: Sandston, VA\nPay Rate: $16.00 per hour\nSchedule: 12-Hour Shifts\nDay Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM\nNight Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM\nJoin Our Manufacturing Team!\nAre you an experienced Machine Operator or Production Operator looking for a stable opportunity with a growing manufacturing company? 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