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Full time
On Site
Bordentown, NJ
Machine Operator III
Who We Are
Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene with our corporate headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being. Essity does this through innovative brands in the areas of Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.
About the Role
Operates paper and nonwoven conversion equipment, including machinery and palletizers, to manufacture hygiene products in compliance with established specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
As a key member of the shift team, the Machine Operator III is responsible for optimizing machine performance, achieving KPI targets, and maintaining accurate production data and reporting. This role serves as a subject matter expert, demonstrating advanced mechanical aptitude and the ability to confidently communicate machine performance, issues, and improvements to the team and leadership to support efficient and reliable operations.
Schedule: Monday to Friday 7AM to 3:30PM
What You Will Do
An Employee with uncompromised commitment to our I Care journey which ensures a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment.
Work within Essity safety standards with a responsibility for others too
Run the machine and watch the process and if necessary, adjust according to Essity Continuous Improvement Systems. Be able to become well verse with the equipment.
Consult with Team Leader or skilled operators if required. Or
der and prepare raw materials / or products for palletizing and install them on the machine according to Standard Operating Procedures
Maintain an adequate communication with previous and next shift as well as with other persons involved in running the machine
Maintain an optimal housekeeping situation
Support others in operating activities Secure the quality level of the products by regular checking against the product specification rejecting or blocking if necessary
Complete all required documentation and data files during production
Strong mechanical aptitude; can perform advanced adjustments and changeovers independently.
Be able to coach and train other.
Who You Are
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 5 + years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with full responsibility for equipment operation, change overs, troubleshooting and machine KPIs.
Strong mechanical aptitude
Demonstrates the ability to lead and coach others
Excellent communication skills
Experience with machine loss analysis and performance monitoring, be able to understand and explain KPI's, and equipment performance.
Ability to train and mentor other operators
Experience participating in continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving processes
Skills: Basic math/literacy • Computer basics • Problem‑solving • Communication • Teamwork • Detail‑oriented • Action‑driven • Flexible • Safety‑minded
What We Can Offer You
Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us
Compensation and Benefits:
Starting pay range: $28 to $30 per hour + full benefits + Bonuses.
This position offers a structured progression of salary increases as employees advance into the machine operator role.
Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:
United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
Wellness program provided through Rally
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program
PTO offering with Paid Holidays
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Employee discounts program
Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.
Additional Information
The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com
Together, we are improving lives, every day
Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.