Lead Machine Operator II – Packaging & Quality

Liberty Diversified International; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

401(k) with company matching

Profit sharing

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Liberty Packaging in Rock Island, IL is hiring a Machine Operator II to safely produce quality corrugated products. You will set up orders, perform quality checks, monitor equipment, and communicate issues to supervisors, leading a small crew as needed.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience, with the ability to read tape measures, perform basic math, and use a computer for data entry.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3+ years manufacturing experience preferred
• Able to read a tape measure within 1/16 inch
• Proficient with basic computer use: typing, data entry
• Strong math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Experience reading and following detailed work instructions

Responsibilities

• Operate machine by setting up orders according to customer specifications
• Perform quality checks by inspecting first articles and subsequent items
• Enter production metrics into the computer system to track progress
• Communicate equipment issues to leaders and troubleshoot to minimize downtime
• Provide guidance to Assistant Machine Operators as needed
• Assist with minor repairs in partnership with maintenance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow plant safety processes for the machine center
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Tape measure reading

Typing / data entry

Math skills

Reading work instructions

Overtime availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Liberty Packaging in Rock Island, IL is hiring a Machine Operator II to safely produce quality corrugated products. You will set up orders, perform quality checks, monitor equipment, and communicate issues to supervisors, leading a small crew as needed.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED and manufacturing experience, with the ability to read tape measures, perform basic math, and use a computer for data entry.