Setup Operator 2nd or 3rd shift

SIGN-ON BONUS: Earn up to $550.00 for joining our 2nd Shift team! We are hiring Special Operators, specifically Set-Up Operators for our Cheetah machine which applies special gums and latex to our envelopes! As a Set-Up Operator, you would play a critical role in setting up machines that add special adhesives to envelopes, setting up and operating the machine, and making adjustments as needed to maintain excellent quality. You would also perform daily maintenance and minor repairs. If you are self-motivated, enjoy working with your hands, enjoy working within a climate-controlled environment, and work well in a team atmosphere apply today! Our Butler Plant is located minutes from Milwaukee. SHIFT AVAILABLE2nd shift: 2:30pm-10:30pm, Mon - Fri. Training takes place on 1st shift (6:30am-2:30pm) 3rd Shift: 10:30pm - 6:30am, Sun - Thurs. Training takes place on 1st shift (6:30am-2:30pm)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 to help you recharge and enjoy time with loved ones. Stability: Family-owned for over 117 years. Growth potential: Join a company with a long history and a commitment to employee development. WHAT DOES MY WORKDAY LOOK LIKE IN THIS ROLE? Examines work orders to determine specifications and sample verification. Set up the machine per sample and order jacket specifications. Inspects product quality according to quality guidelines. Maintains accurate counts of envelopes to boxes, cartons, and skids. Adjusts machine and packs envelopes uniformly and neatly, keeping up with the machine's speed. Checks orders properly throughout production to ensure accurate labeling, printing, and packaging of products. Assists with removing paper jams and preventative maintenance when scheduled. Transports finished goods to the appropriate area. Ability to fill in as the Material Handler. #PlaceYourStampHere PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to read and interpret ruler measurements. Good mechanical aptitude. Regularly required to stand during an 8-hour shift. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL FUNCTIONS Stamina & Mobility: Ability to stand and walk on concrete surfaces for the duration of a scheduled shift (8-12 hours). Must be able to frequently bend, reach, crouch, or stoop. Weight Requirements: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally from floor to waist and waist to shoulder. Manual Dexterity: Constant repetitive grasping and fine motor manipulation of paper materials and machine components. Range of Motion: Frequent twisting of the torso and lifting above shoulder height. Sensory/Vision: Must possess tactile/touch sensitivity in hands and digits. Near and far visual acuity, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required for quality control and safe machine operation. Work Environment: Ability to perform these functions in a manufacturing environment that may include high noise levels, varying temperatures, and paper dust.

Created: 2026-03-10