Machine Operator Assistant

Inteplast-Group; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Company paid short term and LTD

Voluntary life insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Inteplast Group in Illinois is seeking a Machine Operator Assistant to help keep machines stocked with paper, ink, glue, and cartons while learning the flexographic converting process.

You will work on the first and second shifts, Monday through Friday, with a focus on safety, attendance, and quality in a fast-paced production environment. Prior packaging experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Prior machine operating and packaging experience preferred.
• Experience with large rolls of paper or plastic preferred.
• Knowledge and use of various hand tools including tape measure, screwdriver, wrenches, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic math skills required.
• Maintain a safe working environment on production lines.
• Dependable attendance with willingness to work non-standard hours as needed.
• Capable of managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

Responsibilities

• Change paper rolls and printing plates.
• Monitor and keep machine supplied with paper, glue, and ink.
• Pack paper bags as necessary.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Packaging experience

Hand tools

Verbal and written communication

Basic math

Safety awareness

Attendance reliability

Stress management

Tools

Tape measure

Screwdriver

Wrenches

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 4:59 AM

TITLE: Machine Operator Assistant

POSITION OBJECTIVE: The machine assistant will be responsible for keeping the machines supplied with paper, ink, glue, and cartons while learning the mechanics of the flexographic and converting machines.

• Old and new machinery. Clean work environment.


• First and second shift hours - Monday - Friday.


• Only those with a good work history will be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous machine operating and packaging experience preferred.


• Experience preferred with large rolls of paper or plastic.


• Knowledge and use of various hand tools assigned including tape measure, screwdriver, wrenches, etc.


• Good verbal and written skills required.


• Basic Math required.


• Maintain a safe working environment on production lines.


• Ensure consistent, dependable attendance and demonstrate a willingness to accommodate non-standard work hours as necessary.


• Capable of effectively managing job-related stress and fostering productive workplace interactions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Change paper rolls and printing plates.


• Monitor and keep machine supplied with paper, glue, and ink.


• Pack paper bags as necessary.


• Keep the work area clean and organized .

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS SUBJECTED TO IN THIS POSITION:

• Must adhere to all safety regulations, including the use of PPE.


• Fast-paced production floor with exposure to machinery noise.

TRAINING:

• Must complete ongoing training as required.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis

BENEFITS:

• Medical insurance


• Vision insurance


• Company paid short term and LTD


• Voluntary life insurance


• 401k with match

Inteplast Group is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information, about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, view the EEO - Know Your Rights and Pay Transparency Statement .