2nd Shift Machine Operator — Adhesive Coating Expert

Duraco Specialty Tapes and Liners – A Duraco Specialty Materials® Company; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Duraco Specialty Materials is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (6:00 PM–6:00 AM) on a Monday-Thursday rotation in Mount Prospect, IL. The role involves setting up and operating an adhesive coating line, monitoring quality, and keeping production efficient.

Prior manufacturing or machine operation experience is helpful, with a high school diploma or GED required. You will work with teammates to solve routine issues, maintain safety, and support downstream processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred.
• Mechanical/technical background helpful.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate coating equipment for each job, including loading face paper and backing substrate, positioning materials correctly, and adjusting machine settings such as speed, adhesive flow, and oven temperature.
• Inspect materials before, during, and after production by checking patterns, dimensions, and coated rolls, taking measurements with calipers and rulers, and providing samples to QA.
• Keep production running smoothly by identifying and resolving minor equipment or process issues, stopping production when specs are not met, and escalating larger concerns to the Supervisor.
• Complete machine start-up and shut-down tasks, maintain production reports and roll labels, and support inventory, shipping, or downstream processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area, operate forklift when needed, and contribute ideas to improve processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Calipers & rulers

Job description

Duraco Specialty Materials is seeking a Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (6:00 PM–6:00 AM) on a Monday-Thursday rotation in Mount Prospect, IL. The role involves setting up and operating an adhesive coating line, monitoring quality, and keeping production efficient.

Prior manufacturing or machine operation experience is helpful, with a high school diploma or GED required. You will work with teammates to solve routine issues, maintain safety, and support downstream processes.