Converting Operations Specialist and Trainer Administrator

Eagle Flexible Packaging; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Company Paid Short Term Disability

Company Paid Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vacation/PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Sick Leave

8 Company Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading flexible packaging company in the United States seeks a Converting Operations Specialist and Trainer. This role emphasizes leading training sessions, ensuring all machinery operates efficiently, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates must have at least five years of experience in a machine operating role. Opportunities for growth and professional development are provided, including a comprehensive benefits package depending on full-time status. The pay ranges from $25.00 to $40.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience as a machine operator, preferably in the flexible packaging industry.
• Willingness to learn, teach, and grow.
• Ability to present complex technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate training for new and current operators.
• Implement and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all safety and quality assurance procedures are followed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Effective people skills

Decision-making skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Customer orientation

Communication skills

Education

High school degree or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Converting Operations Specialist and Trainer Administrator

This Converting Operations Specialist and Trainer will be leading setups, training, and performing operator maintenance in the Converting Department. This is a hands‑on position. The Converting Operations Specialist and Trainer is expected to be fully proficient in the operation of all machines in the Converting Department and willing and able to work alongside members of the team to support learning objects and production needs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all new hire training as well as continuing training for current Converting/Slitting Operators at all levels.
• Train Converting/Slitting Department personnel, ensuring best practices are consistently understood and implemented. As needed, provide hands‑on support to maintain efficient, quality production.
• In partnership with site leadership, assist with development of training content.
• In partnership with site leadership, create, implement and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct onboarding and continuous training sessions to instruct employees on company processes and machinery.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency by leading setup operations, troubleshooting equipment issues, and operating machinery as needed to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiencies.
• Communicate with Maintenance Department to coordinate and execute scheduled and Preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a safe work environment and encourage safety related communication.
• Assure that the team maintains quality standards through knowledge of product specifications and training of personnel.
• Ensure that product quality, production, and overall productivity meet or exceed established standards.
• Provide feedback to management concerning possible problems or areas of improvement.
• Ensure that all company food safety and quality assurance procedures are followed. Escalate any issues/concerns to management.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum five years’ experience as a machine operator, preferably in the flexible packaging industry.
• Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude and assist with setups as needed.
• Effective people skills and ability to motivate others to enhance team performance.
• Proven ability to lead by example with professionalism, excellent decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, quality consciousness, customer orientation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to understand and present complex technical information in a compelling manner to diverse technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Basic PC skills, including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and email software with proven ability to learn complex new software programs.
• Strong initiative and organizational skills with ability to troubleshoot and make informed decisions.
• Adaptability to changing assignments and priorities while maximizing productivity in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent work ethic with willingness to learn, teach, and grow.
• Proficient communicator within a diverse group or one‑on‑one scenarios.
• Ability to stand, bend, or twist for extended periods.
• Enthusiasm for the Eagle Flexible Packaging mission of embracing our Guiding Values that focus on developing and empowering our team members.

Preferred Qualification

• Experience in the flexible packaging industry.
• Experience developing and delivering formal training programs.
• Completion of advanced or continuing educational coursework relevant to manufacturing.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.

Pay

$25.00 – $40.00 per hour

Flex Your Potential with Eagle!

We are committed to supporting our employees’ career growth and aspirations and provide full‑time team members with the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can choose from 1 PPO/HRA plan, 2 PPO/HSA plans, and 1 HMO/HRA plan, all provided by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• HRA / HSA Contributions– Participants in the employer‑provided medical insurance program will receive funds from Eagle for either their HRA (for PPO/HRA and HMO/HRA enrollees) or HSA (for all PPO/HSA enrollees). The annual amount provided to each participant is based on one’s enrollment tier per the following schedule: $1,500.00 for Employee Only coverage, $3,000.00 for Employee + Spouse or Employee + Child(ren), and $4,500.00 for Family coverage.
• Dental Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can enroll in dental insurance provided by BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• Vision Insurance– On the first of month following 60 days of employment, employees can enroll in this voluntary benefit through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
• 401K Plan– Plan entry date is the first of the month following 6 months of service. Eagle provides its employees with a 100% match up to 1% and 50% match up to 6%.
• Company Paid Short Term Disability– The Short‑Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
• Company Paid Long Term Disability– The Long‑Term Disability premium is 100% paid by Eagle.
• Life Insurance– The Basic Life premium is 100% paid by Eagle and is a flat $20,000 benefit for all FT, benefit eligible employees. Employees have the option to purchase additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse, and dependent children.
• Vacation/PTO –The amount of vacation/paid time off (PTO) employees receive each year starts at 80 hours (2 weeks) each year, which accrues at a rate of 1.538 hours per week, and increases with the length of employment.
• 8 Company Paid Holidays– Eligible after 60 days of employment.
• Sick Leave– Eligible for paid sick days at the rate of 3 days (24 hours) per year after 6 months of service (prorated for per the calendar year).
• Tuition Reimbursement– Following 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for reimbursement for courses, certifications, and training programs that support their Eagle careers.

Part‑timeteam members are provided with the following benefits

• Vacation/PTO – Eligible to earn 1 hour of vacation/PTO for every 40 hours worked up to a maximum of 40 hours of vacation/PTO.
• 401K Plan– Plan entry date is the first of the month following 6 months of service. Eagle provides its employees with a 100% match up to 1% and 50% match up to 6%.

Eagle Flexible Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer