Overwrap Operator

Overwrap Operator 

Join Millennium Print Group as an Overwrap Operator!

We're looking for an Overwrap Operator to join our team in Durham, NC. If you're passionate about manufacturing, machine operation, product quality, and working in a fast-paced production environment, this is your opportunity to help create premium trading card products enjoyed by fans around the world.

Location: Durham, NC 
Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite | 7:15am - 7:15pm on a 2/2/3/2 rotation
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt 
Pay & Benefits: Competitive hourly pay + comprehensive benefits package

🔹 Summary

The Overwrap Operator is responsible for operating overwrap equipment and leading a small team of feeder operators and overwrap associates to produce high-quality packaged products.

This role plays an important part in achieving production goals by ensuring products are wrapped, packaged, inspected, and prepared according to customer specifications while maintaining productivity, quality, and safety standards.

🔹 What You'll Do

• Operate overwrap equipment, including feeders, wrappers, conveyor systems, scales, and shrink wrap equipment.

• Review production schedules and job specifications to ensure accurate job setup and execution.

• Set up jobs according to customer and production requirements.

• Monitor production performance to achieve quality, efficiency, and run-speed goals.

• Troubleshoot routine machine issues and make basic equipment adjustments as needed.

• Coordinate production activities with feeder operators and team members.

• Conduct routine quality inspections of products and packaging throughout production runs.

• Monitor wrapped products and packaging materials to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Communicate production status and machine performance during shift transitions.

• Order and monitor supplies to support uninterrupted production.

• Record production information, downtime, and operational data within the MIS system.

• Follow all safety procedures, quality requirements, company policies, and ISO standards.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste and increasing efficiency.

🔹 What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 1+ year of experience operating technical equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.

• Previous packaging, printing, converting, or manufacturing experience is a plus.

• Experience working within an ISO 9001 environment is preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.

• Ability to understand and follow production specifications and work instructions.

• Experience using production systems and Management Information Systems (MIS).

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to support and coordinate the work of team members.

🔹 How You Will Be Successful

Passion for Cards

Help produce premium trading card products that deliver exceptional experiences to customers and collectors worldwide.

Dedicated to Quality and Safety

Ensure every product meets quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Building Relationships

Work collaboratively with production teams and leadership to achieve operational success.

Integrity and Respect

Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and dependability every day.

Challenging the Expected

Look for opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Why Join MPG?

Millennium Print Group, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company International, is the largest trading card printer in the world. We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on products enjoyed by millions of fans worldwide.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Compensation

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Career Development Opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Programs

Apply Today

Join the team behind some of the world's most iconic trading card products and build your career in manufacturing with MPG.

Apply today and be part of the magic behind the cards.