Machine Operator (Night Shift)

Duraco Specialty Tapes and Liners – A Duraco Specialty Materials® Company; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

4x10 schedule

Weekend off

4-day weekends

Job summary

Duraco Specialty Materials is seeking a Machine Operator in Mount Prospect, IL. This role features a 4x10 rotating schedule (Mon-Thu / Tue-Fri), with weekends off and two built-in 4-day weekends each month. Pay starts at $21.50 per hour plus $1.75 shift differential.

The team values hands-on work, teamwork, and quality contributions in a manufacturing setting. You will operate coating equipment, ensure product quality, and support production safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn are valued.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate coating equipment for production runs.
• Load materials and adjust machine settings to meet specs.
• Monitor product quality throughout the process.
• Take measurements and collect QA samples.
• Troubleshoot routine equipment issues with teammates.
• Complete production documentation and label finished products.
• Support inventory, shipping, and downstream production activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Operate forklift if required.
• Suggest ideas to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Math skills

Reliability & attendance

Ability to learn

Manufacturing environment

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

4 x 10 Rotating Schedule (Mon-Thu / Tue-Fri alternating weekly) Enjoy a schedule designed to support work-life balance, with

Pay: $21.50 plus $1.75 Shift differential

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day

At Duraco Specialty Materials, we're more than a manufacturing company. We're a team of hardworking people who take pride in creating high-quality adhesive products that help customers across a wide range of industries succeed.

5:00 PM - 5:00 AM 4 x 10 Rotating Schedule (Mon-Thu / Tue-Fri alternating weekly) Enjoy a schedule designed to support work-life balance, with every weekend off and two built-in 4-day weekends each month. This rotating schedule gives you more time for family, hobbies, travel, or simply recharging between workweeks. While occasional schedule adjustments may be needed to support production demands, weekends are generally reserved for your time away from work.

Pay: $21.50 plus $1.75 Shift differential

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day

At Duraco Specialty Materials, we're more than a manufacturing company. We're a team of hardworking people who take pride in creating high-quality adhesive products that help customers across a wide range of industries succeed.

We're looking for a Machine Operator who enjoys hands-on work, values teamwork, and wants to be part of a company where their contributions are noticed and appreciated. Whether you have manufacturing experience or are looking to build new skills, we'll provide the support, training, and teamwork needed to help you succeed.

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced team members to operate specialized coating equipment, maintain product quality, and help keep production running safely and efficiently. Every shift brings opportunities to learn, solve problems, and contribute to a team committed to excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Machine Operator, you'll play an important role in producing adhesive-coated materials used in everyday products. Your responsibilities will include:

• Setting up and operating coating equipment for production runs
• Loading materials and adjusting machine settings to meet product specifications
• Monitoring product quality throughout the manufacturing process
• Taking measurements and collecting samples for Quality Assurance
• Troubleshooting routine equipment or process issues and working with teammates to resolve them
• Completing production documentation and labeling finished products
• Supporting inventory, shipping, and downstream production activities as needed
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Operating a forklift or clamp truck if required
• Contributing ideas that help improve safety, quality, and efficiency

What Helps You Succeed

We're looking for someone who:

• Enjoys hands-on work and likes staying active throughout the day
• Takes pride in doing quality work and paying attention to details
• Works well with others and contributes positively to a team environment
• Communicates effectively and is willing to ask questions and learn
• Can follow directions, measurements, and safety procedures carefully
• Has basic math and computer skills
• Values reliability, attendance, and accountability
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Can meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for extended periods and occasionally lifting to 100 pounds

Education & Experience

• Manufacturing or machine operation experience preferred, but not required
• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn are highly valued
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, technical work, or industrial processes is a plus
• High school Diploma or GED

Why Join Duraco?

At Duraco, We Believe Great Products Are Built By Great Teams. We Work Together, Support Each Other, And Celebrate Success As a Group. When You Join Our Team, You'll Find

• A collaborative and respectful work environment
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Leadership that values employee contributions and ideas
• A company culture built on teamwork, trust, and pride in our work

About Duraco Specialty Materials

Duraco Specialty Materials is a leading manufacturer of adhesive solutions serving industries ranging from packaging and labeling to product assembly and consumer goods. Our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and dependable customer partnerships. When you join Duraco, you're not just filling a position. You're becoming part of a team that works together to solve challenges, deliver exceptional products, and support one another every step of the way.