Machine Operator - Extrusion - Day Shift

Pactiv Evergreen Inc; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is immediately hiring Extrusion Operators in Franklin Park, offering competitive pay and benefits. The role requires at least one year of experience in operating extrusion or thermoforming machines, with a strong focus on problem-solving and mechanical skills. Those interested can look forward to opportunities for annual raises and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date

401(K) with 6% company match

Weekly Pay

Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience as an Extrusion Machine Operator.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting experience with Extrusion Machines.
• Ability to perform quality checks and understand production measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates machines, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoots and adjusts machinery as needed.
• Completes end-of-shift paperwork.

Skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Analytical skills

Manual dexterity

Job description

Overview

IMMEDIATELY HIRING Extrusion Operators for our Franklin Park location. Do you have at least one year of experience operating Extrusion or Thermoforming machines? If you enjoy working with your hands, have the ability to problem solve and troubleshoot mechanical issues as they arise and a strong desire to grow your career then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Available shift: 7AM to 7PM with every other weekend off.

Compensation:

• Starting range from $21.32 up to $26.93 per hour based on experience
• Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
• Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
• Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*

Benefits:

• Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
• Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
  • Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
• Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Healthcare, dependent care
• Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
• Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Employee well-being reward program
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Child and family care support program
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
• Employee discount program
• 401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)
• Weekly Pay

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

Hiring Immediately! Text apply to PTVE @ 97211

This Position is for Pactiv Evergreen.

Job Description:

• Consistently and safely operates machines at or above standard levels of operation including waste, quality, efficiency and utilization
• Trouble shoot, identify and correct machine related problems through proper adjustments to various parts of the machine
• Provide innovative solutions for production issues
• Provides support and guidance to less experienced personnel
• Completes appropriate end of shift paperwork, accounting for crewing time, machine time, and production quantities
• Able to inspect and recognize defective product and make machine adjustments to correct cause of defects
• Observes all housekeeping, standard work and safety guidelines
• Mechanical aptitude, demonstrated problem solving skills and effective communication skills - written and verbal are required

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 1+ years' working in a manufacturing environment as an Extrusion Machine Operator
• Experience and willingness to work 12 hour rotating scheules including every other weekend
• Ability to show up for work prior to shift and be prepared to get the day going on time
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting experience working with Extrusion Machines
• Excellent communication skills, detailed record keeping per the prescribed frequency
• Analytical and math skills
• Ability to perform qualitychecks and have an understanding of production measurement tools
• Knowledge of product quality standards
• Comfortable wearing PPE such as hairnets, beard-nets, steel toed shoes/boots, ear protection and bump-capswhen required
• Manual dexterity

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Located 20 miles north west of Chicago, Franklin Park is just south of O'Hare Airport and is a village in Cook County, Illinois. The population was 18,333 at the 2010 census.

The plant was began plastics production in 1973 manufactures APET, and has approximately 200 employees.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, pleasecall [phone] or email [e-mail].

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies