Packaging Machine Operator - Night Shift

Pregis; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pregis is hiring a Packaging Machine Operator in Aurora, IL. This role operates and maintains production equipment, handles changeovers, and ensures quality and safety standards are met. You will help train new operators and contribute to a safe, productive team environment.

The position offers a 5:00 PM–5:00 AM shift on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule with pay starting at $23+ per hour, reflecting experience and responsibilities in packaging production.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience performing machine setups, changeovers, and machine adjustments.
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Experience in packaging, printing, converting, or related manufacturing environments preferred.
• Experience operating packaging or production equipment preferred.
• Experience training or mentoring other operators preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance, product quality, and production output.
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and product changeovers.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical and operational issues.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records.
• Communicate production issues, material needs, and equipment concerns to leadership.
• Assist with training and mentoring new operators as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures, operating standards, and PPE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Continuous improvement

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Packaging equipment

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business–We're in the \"Wow\" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer-centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Packaging Machine Operator

Location: Aurora, IL

Shift: 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM

Schedule: Rotating 2-2-3 Schedule

Pay: $23+ an hour

Position Summary

Pregis is seeking an experienced Packaging Machine Operator to safely operate and maintain production equipment while meeting quality, productivity, waste, and safety standards. This role is responsible for machine setups, changeovers, troubleshooting, and monitoring production performance to ensure customer requirements and production goals are achieved.

This position also supports the training and development of new operators while contributing to a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor machine performance, product quality, and production output
• Perform machine setups, adjustments, and product changeovers
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical and operational issues
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records
• Communicate production issues, material needs, and equipment concerns to leadership
• Assist with training and mentoring new operators as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety procedures, operating standards, and PPE requirements

Qualifications

• 2+ years of machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience performing machine setups, changeovers, and machine adjustments
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Experience in packaging, printing, converting, or related manufacturing environments preferred
• Experience operating packaging or production equipment preferred
• Experience training or mentoring other operators preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and repetitive motion
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work around moving manufacturing equipment

Work Environment

• Indoor manufacturing environment
• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment
• Noise levels may exceed 85 dB
• Varying heat and humidity conditions
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis’ culture and achievements.

Visit us at www.pregis.com for more information about Pregis LLC.