Machine Operator I- 1st Shift

Maker's Pride; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Maker's Pride in Illinois is accepting applications for a Machine Operator who will perform set-ups and operate packaging equipment to ensure product quality according to customer requirements.

Rolls include changing over equipment, maintaining a clean work area, and adhering to GMP/HACCP practices. Starting pay is $21.75/hr with a shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees beginning on day 90.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of GMPs and HACCP or willingness to learn.
• Ability to perform basic math for material quantities.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to prioritize work and relay changes.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate set ups on equipment for product runs.
• Operate and adjust packaging equipment to meet quality specs.
• Inspect packages and document results for quality control.
• Stage materials for fast changeovers and maintain clean work area.

Skills

Math calculations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Reading/writing English

Safety policy adherence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Small tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Machine Operator performs set-ups, makes minor adjustments and operates packaging equipment. Identifies acceptable or unacceptable product quality per customer requirements. Performs wash and changeover of equipment. Machine Operators will need to be reliable and able to work with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) at all times.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Performs accurate set ups on equipment in preparation for particular product runs. Operates equipment and adjusts as necessary to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications. Inspects and tests packages, and documents results to ensure equipment is operating correctly and meeting quality specifications. Stages and checks required materials for quick and accurate change overs in production. Completes and assembles all required documentation associated with the position. Maintains works area in a clean and organized manner. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs and the HACCP program or willing to learn.
• Sufficient math skills to calculate quantities of material required for orders being run.
• Good organizational and communication skills in order to prioritize work and communicate changes to line workers.
• Must have the ability to handle small tools.
• Must have the ability to understand and follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write in English preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment - exposure to a variety of machines, noise levels, and varying temperatures.
• Depending on which location, our environments can be very warm or refrigerated.
• Team environment - must be able to work well with others and communicate in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to stand up to 80% of the time scheduled.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. unassisted and 40-75 lbs. assisted.
• Must be able to work necessary overtime based on staffing needs and customer demand, as well as across shifts.
• Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
• It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Starting Pay

Starting Pay: $21.75/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities.

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.
• This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.
• Base pay information is based on market location.