Machine Operator Trainee

**Machine Operator Trainee - 2nd and 3rd shift**
Hazen Paper Company - Holyoke, Massachusetts

Hazen Paper was founded in 1925 and is based in Holyoke, MA with a satellite facility in Housatonic, MA. Hazen Paper is a world-class paper converter specializing in custom holographic originations, film, foil, and paper laminations, specialty and gravure coatings, and rotary embossing.

We are currently seeking individuals with 1-5 years of experience in our Holyoke locations. This is an entry level position. Machine Operator Trainees will work along with Machine Operators as Utility Helpers. While performing the job of Utility Helper they will be trained to operate production machines. In the role of Utility Helper they will move materials, monitor quality and help with machine cleaning and changeovers. Coating and Laminating; Sheeting and Winding; and Metalizing. Applicant should have mechanical aptitude and the desire to move up into the role of Machine Operator.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Move materials to and from machine.
- Load and unload materials from machine.
- Help monitor production quality while machine is in operation.
- Help operator with machine cleaning and changeovers.
- Learn how to operate machine.
- Continuously progress toward the job of Machine Operator.

**Overtime required**

**Attendance bonus available**

**Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Including marijuana. **

Hazen Paper Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

**Benefit Conditions**:

- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 1 year (required)

Shift availability:

- Night Shift (required)
- Overnight Shift (required)

Work Location: In person