Media Machine Operator I

RENSA FILTRATION INC; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Rensa Filtration is seeking a Media Machine Operator I for its Aurora, IL facility to run and monitor media production equipment in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will support startup, troubleshooting, and process improvements while collaborating with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, willingness to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, and the ability to travel internationally for extended training up to 3 months.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn complex equipment and processes.
• Willingness and ability to work a 24/7 rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Willingness to travel internationally for extended training (up to 3 months)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and process monitoring.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor media production equipment to ensure safe, stable, and efficient operation.
• Perform startup, shutdown, and changeover activities for production lines.
• Monitor product quality and work closely with quality personnel to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment and process issues, escalating when needed.
• Support new product introductions and process adjustments.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and assist maintenance teams during repairs.
• Conduct initial quality checks and inspections during production.
• Handle materials, labeling, packaging, and internal logistics as required.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

24/7 rotating schedule

Ability to work 12-hour shifts

Willingness to travel internationally

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic data entry

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Forklift experience

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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Media Machine Operator I

Technical Aurora, IL, US

10 days ago Requisition ID: 1187

Salary Range: $19.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Who is Rensa Filtration?

Rensa Filtration is a family of companies dedicated to air filtration. By investing in innovation and the people who drive it, we manufacture, market, and distribute best-in-class solutions in the United States and Canada that keep environments safe and industries thriving.

What We Do

We improve the environment - making indoor and outdoor environments cleaner by eliminating process contaminants through superior products and media.

We drive innovation in air filtration by investing in the people and companies that develop the solutions that today’s world demands to bring those innovative products to market so that our customers can bring maximum value and safety to the facilities and businesses they serve.

What you will do:

The Media Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring media production equipment in a continuous 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring product quality, maintaining stable machine operation, and supporting startup, troubleshooting, and process improvements. Operators will work closely with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams and will receive specialized training.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor media production equipment to ensure safe, stable, and efficient operation
• Perform startup, shutdown, and changeover activities for production lines
• Monitor product quality and work closely with quality personnel to ensure compliance with specifications
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment and process issues, escalating when needed
• Support new product introductions and process adjustments
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and assist maintenance teams during repairs
• Conduct initial quality checks and inspections during production
• Handle materials, labeling, packaging, and internal logistics as required
• Maintain accurate production and quality records

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn complex equipment and processes
• Willingness and ability to work a 24/7 rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts
• Willingness to travel internationally for extended training (up to 3 months)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills for data entry and process monitoring
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Forklift experience preferred

Note: The above working conditions are subject to change based on company policies and the nature of specific projects or assignments. Any modifications or updates will be communicated in a timely manner.

EEO Statement:

We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Rensa Filtration is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.