Assistant Machine Operator for Printing & Packaging

Inteplast Group; Waukegan, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Company paid short term and LTD

Voluntary life insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Inteplast Group in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Machine Operator Assistant to feed machines with paper, ink, glue, and cartons while learning flexographic and converting processes. This role supports both old and new equipment on a fast-paced production floor.

Candidates should have prior machine experience, basic math, good verbal and written communication, and a strong safety mindset. Overtime and non-standard hours may be required; the company offers medical and vision insurance, a 401k with

Qualifications

• Prior machine operating and packaging experience preferred.
• Experience with large rolls of paper or plastic preferred.
• Knowledge and use of various hand tools including tape measure, screwdriver, wrenches, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic math skills.
• Maintain a safe working environment on production lines.
• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.
• Capable of managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

• Change paper rolls and printing plates.
• Monitor and keep machine supplied with paper, glue, and ink.
• Pack paper bags as necessary.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.

Skills

Packaging experience

Machine operating

Hand tools

Verbal and written communication

Basic math

Safety compliance

Attendance reliability

Stress management

Tools

Tape measure

Screwdriver

Wrenches

Job description

Inteplast Group in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Machine Operator Assistant to feed machines with paper, ink, glue, and cartons while learning flexographic and converting processes. This role supports both old and new equipment on a fast-paced production floor.

Candidates should have prior machine experience, basic math, good verbal and written communication, and a strong safety mindset. Overtime and non-standard hours may be required; the company offers medical and vision insurance, a 401k with