Machine Operator (Weekend Shift)

Sonoco Products Company; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for a full-time position in their pristine plastics facility. This role involves setting up and operating thermoforming machines, ensuring quality production while maintaining a collaborative and organized workspace. With a focus on teamwork and attention to detail, you will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages growth and development. Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and benefits from day one, all while working in a culture that values your contributions and fosters a sense of belonging.

Benefits

Benefits starting after the first month

Bi-weekly paychecks

$1000 referral bonus

$1000 retention bonus

Qualifications

• 6 months setup operator experience required.
• One year previous production line experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up thermoforming machines per job specifications.
• Engage machines to produce thermoformed parts and perform quality checks.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.

Skills

Hands-on abilities

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Job description

You will like working for us as we have amazing people and a highly collaborative culture. Global success hasn't changed our tight-knit feel - we've simply grown into a larger, more diverse family. We have thousands of jobs around the globe and encourage all our associates to chase their dreams without having to find them in another company - it truly is a special place.

You will be responsible for setting up the proper tooling needed in the thermoforming machines and operating the machines per job specifications. Excellent attendance is crucial for the team to achieve success. You will take pride in your personal hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills, and attention to detail.

Currently we are looking to hire for our weekend day and night shift--Friday through Sunday, every other Thursday

• 6am--6pm ($1 shift differential)


• 6pm--6am ($2 shift differential)

What we offer you?

• Benefits starting the first of the month after your start date


• Bi-weekly paychecks


• $1000 referral bonus


• $1000 retention bonus

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Sets up thermoforming machines for operation per job specifications. Mounts dies and molds and loads rolls of raw materials into the machine.


• Engages machine to produce thermoformed parts and maintains continuous operation. Performs troubleshooting and quality control checks.


• Performs routine maintenance on thermoforming machines.


• Completes required job tickets.


• Works with Packer/Inspectors to resolve any quality issues as needed.


• Directs Packers/Inspectors to work in other areas when machine is down for troubleshooting or set up.


• Maintains a safe, clean and organized work area.


• Performs other work duties or functions as assigned

This position is in our pristine, temperature controlled Plastics facility in beautiful Huntley, IL

• High school Diploma or equivalent


• 6 months set up operator experience


• One - year previous production line experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour