Stamp Machine Operator

Job Code: 51-9111

Salary: $16.10 - $19.26

Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time, Permanent

Department: Compliance

Location: Teionkwarihwaienawà:kon

Reports To: Compliance Director 

Telecommute: No

Fleet: No

Mandated Reporter: No

Background: Standard

Summary: 

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Compliance Stamp Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cigarette stamping equipment in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent performs product handling, quality control inspections, inventory tracking, shipping, and receiving support, and routine machine operations. This position requires the ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and regularly lift and move materials weighing up to 40 pounds. The operator must maintain accurate records, ensure product accountability, adhere to safety standards, and work collaboratively with team members to support daily operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate stamping machines safely and efficiently in accordance with established procedures.
• Receive, process, and account for products to ensure accurate inventory control and customer fulfillment.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure product quality and compliance with established standards.
• Load materials into machines and remove finished products from production lines.
• Inspect products and packaging materials; separate and remove defective items when necessary.
• Regulate machine settings, conveyor flow, and production speeds as required.
• Stop, reset, and clear machine jams and promptly report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Conduct inventory counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Package, tape, and label finished products according to departmental policies and quality standards.
• Count, stack, and palletize products and apply appropriate lot number labels.
• Operate pallet jacks safely to transport products within the shipping, receiving, and production areas.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of packaging and operational supplies, including boxes, labels, tape, wrapping materials, and related items.
• Complete required reports and production documentation accurately and timely.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Flip cigarette packs and perform hand-stamping operations using approved equipment when required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of proprietary, customer, and Tribal information.
• Work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors to support department operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: There are no supervisor requirements for this position.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the sensitive nature of information obtained, must maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and twist as required.
• Ability to safely operate machinery and material-handling equipment. 

Education and/or Experience: 

• High School Diploma or (GED) and
• 2 years’ work experience, as Laborer, Machine Operator, Warehousing.

The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, physical disability, veteran status, or any other non-job-related factor. 

Successful applicants must submit to and pass a drug test and a standard background check prior to employment.