Machine Operator

Batavia Container, Inc.; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Batavia Container, Inc. in Bedford Park, IL seeks a reliable machine operator to support daily production goals. You will follow safety rules, input PDE data, perform setup tasks, and help maximize machine utilization.

This role requires basic mechanical skills, attention to detail, and leadership to guide Assistant Operators. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) match and PTO.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent; corrugated experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical skills and math ability.
• Proof-reading and math skills.
• Customer service oriented and able to follow precise instructions.
• Ability to lead and guide assistants.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety requirements and support safety programs.
• Input Production Data Entry (PDE) and maintain production records.
• Clean machines and maintain zone housekeeping.
• Maximize machine utilization and ensure quality production.
• Inspect incoming sheets for quality, size, board grade and caliper.
• Lead by example for Assistant Operators during setup and operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Proofreading

Math skills

Customer service

Leadership

Self-starter

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Follow and support safety requirements within the facility.Document and input Production Data Entry (PDE).Responsible for machine cleaning and zone housekeeping procedures for the assigned work area.Maximize machine utilization by adhering to standards of operation.Strive to generate quality production.Inspect incoming sheets for quality, correct size, board grade and caliper.Serve as a leader to Assistant Machine Operators by guiding them in the set-up, start-up, operation, and shut down tasks of the machine.Color/print management where applicable.Support and adhere to required, documented and defined procedures and work instructions including, but not limited to: food safety programs, OSHA regulations and PPE as designated.Perform all other duties as assigned by Plant Manager.Qualifications & Requirements:Basic mechanical skills.Basic proof-reading and math skills.Customer service driven and focused.Participate in any requested or required training.Follow precise instructions.Self-starter with ambition to take on additional responsibilities.Develop corrugated industry knowledge.Flexible hours to accomplish required objectives.Exhibit exceptional leadership skills by leading by example.High school education or equivalent, previous corrugated experience preferredBatavia Container offers a competitive benefits package which includes the following:MedicalDentalVisonLife Insurance401(k) company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)