Machine Operator (Weekend Shift)

Sonoco Products Company; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly paychecks

$1000 referral bonus

$1000 retention bonus

Benefits starting the first of the月th

Job summary

Sonoco Products Company in Huntley, IL is hiring for a thermoforming machine setup operator on weekend day and night shifts. Expect to set up machines per job specs, mount dies, load materials, and ensure smooth operation with strong attention to detail.

The role emphasizes hands-on work, reliable attendance, and collaboration with packers and inspectors. Pay starts at $15.00 per hour with shift differentials for 6am-6pm and 6pm-6am, plus benefits and bonuses noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or equivalent required.
• 6 months set up operator experience.
• One year of production line experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set 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

Skills

Set up operator

Troubleshooting

Quality checks

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