Seal Wire Operator

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.  

Shift:    Morning
Pay Rate: $21.00 

Summary
The Seal Wire Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining seal wire production equipment to ensure consistent, high quality output. This role supports manufacturing operations by preparing materials, setting up machines, performing quality checks, and maintaining accurate production records. The operator must follow safety standards, meet production targets, and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.

Key Responsibilities
•    Operate seal wire machinery according to established procedures and production schedules.
•    Set up machines, load materials, adjust settings, and verify proper alignment and tension of seal wire.
•    Monitor equipment performance and make routine adjustments to maintain product quality.
•    Inspect finished seal wire for defects such as breaks, inconsistencies, or improper dimensions.
•    Perform basic troubleshooting and coordinate with maintenance when mechanical issues arise.
•    Maintain accurate logs of production output, scrap, downtime, and material usage.
•    Follow all safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, PPE requirements, and equipment handling procedures.
•    Conduct routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on machines to ensure optimal operation.
•    Collaborate with supervisors, quality technicians, and other operators to meet daily production goals.

Physical Requirements: 
•    Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards. 
•    Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
•    Basic computer skills for entering production data.
•    Ability to lift 30–50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
•    Attention to detail and commitment to producing high quality work.
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
•    Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly

Work Environment
•    Manufacturing floor with exposure to moving machinery, noise, and industrial materials.
•    Requires use of PPE such as gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
•    May involve rotating shifts, overtime, or weekend work depending on production needs.

Performance Indicators
•    Consistent achievement of production targets.
•    Low scrap and defect rates.
•    Minimal unplanned downtime due to operator error.
•    Accurate and timely documentation.
•    Compliance with safety and quality standards.

Benefits and Perks
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discounts
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid elder care
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Requisition id: 55003 

Relocation: No  

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify,  infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

*Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver’s License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [email protected]. 

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