Facial Line 2 Specialist Memphis Mill | Kruger Products Ready to Build, Operate, and Own the Process? Kruger Products is seeking motivated, safety-focused team members to join our high-performing Converting Operations team as a Facial Line 2 Specialist. This role is responsible for operating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing a highly automated facial tissue converting line while supporting safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives. If you enjoy working with machinery, solving problems, and being part of a team that drives operational excellence, we'd like to hear from you. Important Hiring Process Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment mechanical aptitude and skills assessment before being considered for an interview. Assessment results will be used as part of the candidate selection process. What You'll Do Machine Operation & Production
- Operate facial tissue converting equipment, including folders, log saws, cartoners, palletizers, wrappers, and case packers
- Monitor machine performance and make operating adjustments to maximize efficiency and quality
- Perform product changeovers and equipment setup activities
- Enter and monitor production data through computer-based systems
- Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
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Equipment Care & Maintenance
- Perform autonomous and minor maintenance activities
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and identify corrective actions
- Conduct inspections, lubrication, adjustments, cleaning, and component replacement
- Support preventive maintenance activities and planned outages
- Assist with root cause analysis and equipment reliability improvements
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Safety & Quality
- Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Participate in safety meetings, investigations, and continuous improvement efforts
- Perform required quality inspections and documentation
- Maintain housekeeping and workplace organization standards
- Support a culture of safe, quality-focused operations
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to pass a pre-employment mechanical aptitude and manufacturing skills assessment prior to interview consideration
- Computer proficiency and basic data entry skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders, and stand for extended periods
- Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
- 3-5 years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing, converting, packaging, or production environment
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Experience performing basic equipment maintenance
- Prior experience operating automated production equipment
- Knowledge of continuous improvement, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or similar operational systems
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates are:
- Safety-focused
- Mechanically inclined
- Self-motivated and dependable
- Comfortable working with automated equipment
- Strong problem solvers
- Team-oriented with a desire to learn and grow
Why Join Kruger Products? At Kruger Products, you'll be part of a team committed to safety, innovation, operational excellence, and employee development. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to build skills, advance your career, and make a meaningful impact every day. Apply today and take the first step toward becoming a valued member of our Converting Operations team.
