Evening Machine Operator – Fast-Paced Production

Novolex; Grant Park (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Novolex in Grant Park, IL is seeking a Machine Operator to monitor and assist in operating production lines. You will set up rolls, diagnose issues, perform minor repairs, and maintain safe, clean work areas while ensuring efficient production.

Starting pay is $19.37 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential for the 3:00 pm–11:00 pm shift. This full-time role reports to the Shift Supervisor and offers ongoing training and benefits to support employee growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of machine operation or mechanical skills.
• Lock out/tag out training.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change over plastic rolls to ensure continuous operation.
• Diagnose machine problems.
• Make minor repairs or adjustments to machines.
• Notify supervisor if major problems cause downtime.
• Maintain shift production records.
• Keep area clean and safe.
• Support QC data and traceability.

Skills

Machine operation

Mechanical aptitude

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Novolex in Grant Park, IL is seeking a Machine Operator to monitor and assist in operating production lines. You will set up rolls, diagnose issues, perform minor repairs, and maintain safe, clean work areas while ensuring efficient production.

Starting pay is $19.37 per hour with a $1.00 shift differential for the 3:00 pm–11:00 pm shift. This full-time role reports to the Shift Supervisor and offers ongoing training and benefits to support employee growth.