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Job Id:
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# of Openings:
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At Backyard Products, we design and manufacture beautiful, high-quality outdoor structures – including sheds, gazebos, playsets, and pergolas that help transform backyards into places people love to spend time.
Delivering exceptional products starts with operational excellence, and our manufacturing teams play a critical role in ensuring quality, efficiency, and safety across every stage of production.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Tekkra Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Monroe, Michigan.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‐on production professional who thrives in a fast‐paced manufacturing setting and enjoys operating advanced packaging equipment while contributing to quality, efficiency, and safety goals.
The Tekkra Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of automated shrink‐wrap and bundling equipment used in the packaging process.
This role ensures finished products are properly wrapped, inspected, and prepared for shipment while maintaining production schedules and quality standards.
Reporting to the Packline Supervisor, you will work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and shipping teams to ensure packaging operations run efficiently and downtime is minimized.
This role offers the opportunity to directly impact quality, customer satisfaction, and overall manufacturing performance.
This position is based in our Monroe, Michigan facility and is an on‐site position.
What You'll Do




Machine Operations
Set up, operate, and monitor Tekkra shrink‐wrap and bundling equipment to meet production requirements
Load shrink‐wrap film and packaging materials into equipment as required
Perform machine start‐up, changeovers, adjustments, and shutdown procedures
Monitor machine performance and packaging quality throughout production runs
Maintain production flow by identifying and addressing minor equipment issues
Communicate equipment concerns to supervisor and maintenance personnel when repairs are required
Complete required production documentation and operational records
Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement
Inspect wrapped and bundled products to ensure they meet company quality standards
Remove and report defective or damaged materials and products
Support production schedules by maintaining equipment readiness and minimizing downtime
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Support workplace safety programs and report hazards or incidents immediately
What You Bring
High school diploma or equivalent required
1 - 3 years of manufacturing, production,



and machine operation experience preferred
Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and problem‐solving skills
This position operates within a manufacturing environment and is regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment, airborne particles, vibration, and elevated temperatures.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required when working in production areas.
Physical Requirements
Frequent standing and walking throughout entirety of shift
Frequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting
Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
Ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
Ability to safely work around automated equipment, conveyors, and packaging machinery
Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday
Why Backyard Products
Competitive compensation based on experience
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Stable, growing manufacturing organization with advancement opportunities
Collaborative culture focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on products that customers enjoy for years to come
Backyard Products is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
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