Machine Operator — Paid Training & Growth

Duraco Specialty Tapes and Liners – A Duraco Specialty Materials® Company; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 59,237,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Pension and life insurance

Paid training and skill development

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Duraco Specialty Materials is hiring a Machine Operator AB in Forest Park, IL to support manufacturing excellence. You will set up and run production equipment, monitor quality, and manage data entry for labeling and production information.

Responsibilities include operating slitters, laminators, coaters, presses, and handling equipment, while maintaining safety and a clean workspace. Training provided; strong emphasis on continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical mindset with a willingness to learn equipment setup and operation.
• Ability to read measurements and use measuring tools accurately to spec.
• Basic math skills and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate production equipment after training.
• Run slitters, laminators, coaters, presses, and material handling equipment.
• Monitor quality using measuring devices and job specs.
• Calculate production rates, yields, and quantities.
• Troubleshoot issues and communicate with supervisors.
• Use computer systems for data collection, labeling, and production info.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Measuring tools

Reading measurements

Basic math

Attention to detail

SOP compliance

Physical stamina

Team player

Tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Duraco Specialty Materials is hiring a Machine Operator AB in Forest Park, IL to support manufacturing excellence. You will set up and run production equipment, monitor quality, and manage data entry for labeling and production information.

Responsibilities include operating slitters, laminators, coaters, presses, and handling equipment, while maintaining safety and a clean workspace. Training provided; strong emphasis on continuous improvement and teamwork.