Pouch Converter - Flexible Packaging
Job Title: Flexible Packaging Converting Operator
Location: West Valley City, UT
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Flexible Packaging Converting Operator to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining flexible packaging converting lines to ensure high-quality production and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience in pouch converting preferably with a Sun Centre pouch machine, excellent mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Operate Converting Equipment: Set up, operate, and adjust machinery for converting flexible packaging materials, including slitting, laminating, coating, printing, or bag-making equipment.
• Quality Control: Monitor output for defects, ensure adherence to quality standards, and make necessary adjustments to maintain product specifications.
• Machine Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with the maintenance team to resolve mechanical problems.
• Material Handling: Load raw materials into machines, monitor material usage, and ensure proper handling and storage of finished products.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate production logs, record machine settings, and report downtime or production issues.
• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety protocols, perform safety checks, and ensure the work environment complies with company and regulatory standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and suggest ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall production processes.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training is a plus.
• Proven experience as a machine operator in a manufacturing or packaging environment, preferably with flexible packaging materials.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot machinery.
• Familiarity with flexible packaging materials such as films, laminates, and adhesives is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work orders, and machine settings.
• Strong attention to detail, quality-focused mindset, and good organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production deadlines.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
Schedule:
Hiring for both first shift (M-F 6:00 - 2:30) and second shift (M-F 2:00 - 10:30)
Benefits:
• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career advancement
Join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality flexible packaging solutions to our customers!
MORE ABOUT US:
Our team is composed of bright, hardworking, creative, and highly motivated individuals looking to make an impact on the world. We seek like-minded colleagues who share our values and want to apply their experience, energy, and enthusiasm to help grow and scale a dynamic business in a rapidly expanding industry. The Calyx Containers culture fosters the personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. We operate at a fast pace, demand high personal standards, and offer everyone the opportunity to contribute, skill-build, and develop their talents.
Benefits and Perks offered to full time employees:
-Flexible Paid Time Off
-Comprehensive benefits offerings including: Medical (with company-funded HRA), Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Headspace Care Mental Health support...all effective the first day of the month following hire.
-401(k)
-Ability to make an immediate impact
-Monthly team meetings and frequent social events
An ideal Calyx candidate looks like:
-Has experience in the cannabis and/or packaging industry
-Thrives in a fast-paced environment
-Handles ambiguity with a positive attitude
-Rolls up their sleeves to help their team
How success is measured at Calyx:
First 30 days spent getting to know the company and our team!
Ability to make an immediate impact - we’re growing quickly and want you to help cultivate that!
Living our core values:
--X-treme Ownership
--Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry
--Sustainability Is Multi-Dimensional
--We Are Square: Quality Does Not Cut Corners
--Customer Is The Only Boss
--Earn Success Every Day
--The Biggest Failure Is The Failure To Ask For Help
--Better Together: Cultivate An Inclusive Environment
Calyx Containers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe strongly in fair hiring practices and in creating a welcoming environment for all team members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibilities.
Calyx is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@calyxcontainers.com. (Please note that applications should not be emailed to this address).