Assistant Operator - 3rd Shift

CMI Crane Materials International Inc; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CMI Crane Materials International Inc in Elgin, IL is seeking an energetic Assistant Operator for the 3rd shift to support decking extrusion line operations. You will inspect, handle, label, package, and document finished products, working closely with the Decking Lead and Operator to maintain continuous production and safety standards.

Responsibilities include changeovers, quality checks, accurate production reporting, and safeguarding materials while meeting customer and company

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and safety procedures
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Forklift experience preferred; certification required before operation

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and procedures; report hazards and incidents
• Support start-up, operation, shutdown, and changeovers
• Monitor line for product flow and quality concerns; communicate issues
• Inspect finished decking for color, length, and straightness
• Complete quality checks and document records
• Package and label finished goods per specs
• Maintain 5S and housekeeping standards
• Assist with line changeovers and setup preparation
• Prepare production reports and documentation

Skills

Safety awareness

Quality orientation

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Time management

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Forklift experience

Job description

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FullTime Elgin, IL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1016

Salary: $19.50 Annually

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Assistant Operator - 3rd Shift

Department: Decking

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Production Manager

Summary/Objective

The Assistant Operator supports the safe and efficient operation of the decking extrusion line by inspecting, handling, labeling, packaging, and documenting finished product. This position works closely with the Decking Lead and Operator to maintain continuous production, identify and communicate process or quality concerns, complete changeovers and routine line tasks, and achieve established safety, quality, housekeeping, yield, and productivity standards. The Decking Assistant Operator collaborates with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, Materials, Scheduling, and Shipping personnel to meet customer and company requirements.

Essential Functions

• Follow all company safety rules, standard operating procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and personal protective equipment requirements; immediately report hazards, near misses, injuries, spills, and unsafe conditions.
• Support safe start-up, operation, shutdown, and changeover of decking extrusion and downstream equipment under the direction of the Decking Lead or Operator.
• Continuously monitor the extrusion line and downstream equipment for product flow, jams, abnormal sounds, unsafe conditions, and other operating concerns; promptly communicate issues to the Operator or Decking Lead.
• Inspect finished decking for color, surface appearance, length, and straightness prior to bundling, using tape measures, calipers, and approved inspection methods.
• Complete and document assigned finished-product quality checks at the specified frequency. Segregate, identify, and report nonconforming or suspect material to prevent unintended use or shipment.
• Handle finished boards carefully to prevent scratches, dents, distortion, contamination, or other damage during movement, stacking, bundling, and packaging.
• Build finished goods bundles to the correct count and configuration; install spacers, protective materials, labels, bands, and wrapping in accordance with product and customer specifications.
• Accurately complete production reports, quality records, labels, scrap and regrind records, and other required paperwork or electronic entries before the end of the shift.
• Maintain an organized supply of packaging materials, labels, spacers, and other line consumables; notify the appropriate person when inventory approaches established minimum levels.
• Move, stage, and store raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods, scrap, and regrind in designated locations.
• Assist with die, sizer, tooling, color, and product changeovers, including line cleaning, material removal, setup preparation, and verification of tools and components.
• Perform routine operator-level cleaning, inspection, and basic preventive-maintenance tasks. Identify and report equipment concerns to the Operator or Lead.
• Support basic troubleshooting by communicating observed defects, process changes, material concerns, and equipment symptoms.
• Monitor scrap and packaging usage; support corrective actions and continuous-improvement activities intended to improve safety, quality, output, and cost.
• Maintain assigned workstations, packaging areas, and staging locations to established 5S and housekeeping standards throughout the shift, including proper disposal and segregation of waste and recyclable materials.
• Communicate packaging status, quality concerns, material needs, and incomplete tasks to the Operator or Decking Lead during shift handoffs and throughout the shift.
• Work cooperatively with team members and provide coverage or assistance at other workstations as directed.
• Participate in required training, safety meetings, quality reviews, and improvement activities; demonstrate and maintain proficiency in assigned tasks.
• Follow production schedules, work instructions, product specifications, and supervisor direction while maintaining consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned based on business and production needs.
• Safety awareness and sound judgment
• Quality orientation and attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude and basic troubleshooting
• Communication and teamwork
• Dependability and accountability
• Basic math, measurement, computer, and documentation skills
• Time management and ability to manage changing priorities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands to handle, grasp, and operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and communicate effectively. The employee frequently bends, stoops, kneels, crouches, pushes, pulls, and performs repetitive motions. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Heavier or awkward items must be moved using team-lifting practices or approved material-handling equipment. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This position works primarily in a manufacturing and warehouse environment, with occasional outdoor exposure. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, hot surfaces and materials, airborne particles, industrial cleaning products, and seasonal temperature variations. Noise levels are typically moderate to high. Required personal protective equipment must be worn as designated.

Travel

No travel is required for this position.

Qualifications Required

• High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous manufacturing, extrusion, machine-assistant, material-handling, or packaging experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, product specifications, production schedules, and safety procedures
• Basic math and measurement skills, including use of a tape measure and calipers; ability to learn other inspection tools
• Basic computer and data-entry skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in the language used for training and safety instructions
• Ability to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and schedule changes as business needs require
• Forklift or powered industrial truck experience preferred; company certification required before operation
• Subject to applicable pre-employment screening requirements