Machine Operator (Converting OR Extrusion), Bilingual Spanish Speaking

Join a Stable Manufacturing Team with a Predictable Schedule

IPS Industries is hiring **Machine Operators for our Extrusion and Converting production lines **at our Carrollton, TX facility. If you have experience operating manufacturing equipment and want a consistent 2-2-3 schedule with every other weekend off, we want to hear from you.

Operators in this role help produce high-quality packaging products used across retail, healthcare, hospitality, and other industries.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule

• **12-hour shifts **(Days or Nights. No rotating shifts)
• 2-2-3 schedule
• Every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off

This schedule provides built-in extended time off while maintaining full-time hours.

What You'll Do

As a Machine Operator, you will operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to ensure safe, efficient manufacturing and consistent product quality.

Core Responsibilities

• Set up, start, operate, monitor, and shut down production equipment
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments to maintain product quality
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet specifications
• Record production output, scrap levels, downtime, and machine settings
• Follow production instructions, job tickets, and operating procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Communicate equipment issues and support preventative maintenance efforts
• Support team members and assist with training when needed

Extrusion Operator Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion lines including extruders, dies, heaters, tanks, haul-offs, and auxiliary equipment
• Adjust motor speeds, temperature settings, and die configurations
• Support die changes and equipment setup when needed

Converting Operator Responsibilities

• Set up and operate converting equipment to produce finished packaging products
• Perform machine changeovers according to production schedules
• Run machines at established speed and efficiency targets
• Coordinate with helpers and team members to maintain production flow

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED

• Manufacturing or production experience preferred

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn industrial equipment

• Ability to read job instructions and perform basic measurements

• Basic computer skills for production reporting

• Strong attention to quality and safety

• **Bilingual **(English/Spanish speaking)

Preferred Experience

• Experience operating extrusion, converting, or packaging equipment
• Experience performing machine setups or adjustments
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification

Physical Requirements

• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Frequent bending, reaching, and machine adjustments
• Regular lifting up to 25 lbs. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment

Work Environment

• Industrial manufacturing setting with moving machinery
• Exposure to noise, humidity, and production conditions
• Extrusion operations may involve elevated temperatures

Benefits

IPS Industries offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Competitive hourly pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Performance-based raises and advancement opportunities

About IPS Industries

Since 1985, IPS Industries has been a leading global manufacturer in the packaging industry. With distribution centers across the United States, we support businesses across retail, healthcare, hospitality, and many other sectors. Our company is minority-owned and committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.

You should be proficient in:

• Plastic Extrusion Experience