Night Shift Packaging Machine Operator — $25.50/hr Benefits

Ferrara; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara Candy Company is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator at our Bellwood facility. The role covers setup, operation, and maintenance of packaging lines including filling, labeling, packing, and wrapping to ensure continuous production.

You will lead changeovers, follow SOPs, and work with maintenance on mechanical issues while meeting safety and GMP standards. Prior packaging experience is preferred, with a high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; follow written and/or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead packaging machine set up and changeover for production runs.
• Follow work instructions, standards and SOPs for equipment setup and changeover.
• Identify and resolve issues during setup and changeover.
• Ensure packaging materials meet specifications and quality standards; replenish packaging supplies as needed.
• Feed product to conveyors, hoppers, scales, or other feeding devices.
• Operate packaging equipment; troubleshoot and adjust per work standards; program date code and data on touch screen.
• Conduct detailed quality checks and inspect filled containers for packaging accuracy.

Skills

Basic mathematical skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Fork lift

Job description

Ferrara Candy Company is seeking a Packaging Machine Operator at our Bellwood facility. The role covers setup, operation, and maintenance of packaging lines including filling, labeling, packing, and wrapping to ensure continuous production.

You will lead changeovers, follow SOPs, and work with maintenance on mechanical issues while meeting safety and GMP standards. Prior packaging experience is preferred, with a high school diploma or GED required.