Machine Operator - 1st Shift

MSI Express, Inc.; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K Matching

Paid time off

Job summary

MSI Express, Inc. in Geneva, Illinois is seeking a Full-time Machine Operator to support efficient production in a dynamic environment. The role involves operating machinery, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have basic maintenance skills, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and must comply with all safety regulations. Competitive starting pay of $17.50/hour and benefits including health and dental insurance are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Operate computer equipment for line operation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain warehouse equipment and machinery.
• Operate machinery at sufficient speeds to meet production goals.
• Report food safety and quality problems.

Skills

Operating machinery

Basic maintenance

Quality assurance

Compliance with safety standards

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Full-time | Competitive Starting Rate: $17.50 per hour | Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday 6:45 AM - 3:05 PM | Location: MSI Express Inc.
The Machine Operator is responsible for completing a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks to promote efficient production.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K Matching
• Paid time off

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain warehouse equipment and machinery.
• Understand all quality specifications associated with the machinery and operate in compliance with those standards.
• Operate machinery or equipment at speeds sufficient to accomplish production efficiency goals set by the supervisor.
• Recognize when equipment is malfunctioning or operating at substandard speeds and immediately inform the supervisor.
• Ensure that all raw materials required to operate the machinery or equipment are of the specified part number prior to installation.
• Perform basic maintenance on assigned machinery or equipment.
• Assist in cleanup and/or setup of the line by stocking, reworking, troubleshooting, and any other duties required to keep line functioning.
• Follow all company policies including general manufacturing and safety practices.
• Report food safety and quality problems in a timely manner to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Perform any other duties as instructed by management.

Qualifications / Capability Profile

• Minimum qualifications: (list of required knowledge, skill, and ability).
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Apply common sense to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Adopt physical capabilities: stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, sit frequently.
• Have appropriate eye, hand, and foot coordination for proper execution.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Identify different written forms, box labels, bottle codes.
• Operate computer equipment for line operation.

Working Conditions

The work involves risks and discomforts such as working around moving parts and equipment, requiring safety precautions and protective equipment. Possible exposures include hazardous materials, moving mechanical parts, noise requiring hearing protection, temperature and humidity swings, fumes from forklifts, oil and grease, moisture, odors, dust from corrugated boxes and wood fiber, non‑toxic glue, and allergens from food products. Personal protective equipment must be worn as required. Compliance with OSHA regulations or MSDS standards is required.

EEO Statement

MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Company Overview

MSI Express is a single‑source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.