Machine Operator I- 2nd & 3rd Shift

Maker's Pride; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Maker’s Pride in Bolingbrook, IL is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and run packaging lines, adjust equipment, and verify product quality per customer specs. The role requires GMP awareness, counting and math skills, and strong attention to safety. Overtime and weekend work are possible in a manufacturing environment.

Starting pay ranges by shift: $17.00 with $1/$1.50 differentials on 2nd/3rd shifts; full benefits include health, dental, 401k and wellness options beginning after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math skills to calculate quantities for orders.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate with line workers.
• Ability to understand and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Reading and writing in English is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs accurate set ups on equipment for product runs.
• Operates equipment and makes adjustments to ensure quality.
• Inspects and tests packages and documents results.
• Preps materials for changeovers and ensures cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Math skills

Good communication skills

Safety awareness

English reading ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What We Want To Give You

We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

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.

Hours Of Operations

Monday through Friday + Weekends

Shifts

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM - with $1.00 shift differential
• 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM – with $1.50 shift differential

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 work 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: Machine Operator I $17.00/hr., Machine Operator II $19.05/hr., Machine Operator III $22.00/hr., a shift differential is offered for 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. 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.

Maker’s Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.