Machine Operator – Converting

About IPS Industries, Inc.
Since 1985, IPS Industries has been a leading global manufacturer in the packaging industry. With three strategically located distribution centers nationwide, we serve a wide range of industries, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and more. Headquartered in Cerritos, CA, IPS is minority-owned and committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused solutions.

Position Summary
We are seeking a Machine Operator - Converting who is responsible for the setup, operation, and cleanup of converting equipment to produce finished goods that meet quality and production standards. This role ensures equipment runs at optimal performance, production schedules are met, and safety and housekeeping standards are consistently maintained.

We work 12-hour shifts (either days or nights, No rotating) on a 2-2-3 schedule, which gives every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off.

Key Responsibilities:
• Set up, operate, and monitor converting machines in accordance with production specifications and work instructions
• Verify product quality throughout production by conducting visual and measurement checks and making necessary adjustments
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at established speed and capacity targets
• Accurately complete production reports, including production counts, downtime, quality data, and machine status updates
• Review production schedules and coordinate machine changeovers to meet cost, quality, and service goals
• Identify and communicate maintenance needs; submit work orders and proactively support equipment upkeep
• Train, guide, and support First and Second Helpers to ensure safe and efficient machine operation
• Cross-train on additional converting lines to support operational flexibility
• Maintain compliance with all safety procedures, company policies, and housekeeping standards
• Assist with material handling and perform other duties as assigned to support production objectives

Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum six (6) months of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Ability to read and follow production instructions, factory masters, and job tickets
• Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to read a tape measure accurately and calculate percentages, measurements, and rates
• Ability to apply practical problem-solving skills in a structured production setting
• Willingness to rotate responsibilities with team members as needed to support production flow

Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience operating converting or packaging equipment
• Experience performing duties equivalent to a machine helper or load former
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain lift truck operator license

Physical Demands:
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to handle or operate equipment
• Frequently required to reach, bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• May occasionally sit as needed
• Must have close, distance, color, and peripheral vision with the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Frequent exposure to humidity, noise, and manufacturing conditions
• Occasional exposure to vibration, airborne particles, and elevated work areas
• Noise levels are typically loud in the production environment

Benefits::
• Competitive hourly compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Performance-based raises to recognize your contributions