Packaging Operator

Sofidel SpA; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

PTO

Vacation

Retention Bonus

401K

Job summary

Sofidel SpA in Elwood, IL is seeking a manufacturing associate to operate equipment and support lean production. You will follow safety rules, read instructions, and perform quality checks to meet customer specifications.

The role requires 12-hour rotating shifts, ability to work days/nights and overtime, basic computer skills, and a GED. Benefits include medical, PTO, vacation, and a 401K. Emphasis on waste reduction and continuous improvement with the maintenance and quality teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess basic computer skills and be able to read safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and environmental procedures and use PPE as required.
• Understand and apply customer specifications to machine operation.
• Perform basic maintenance and write work orders for non-correctable items.
• Plan change-overs and set up equipment for optimal performance.
• Eliminate waste and collaborate with maintenance and quality teams.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading and interpreted documents

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing & Engineering

Location:

Elwood, IL, US, 60421

Date: Jul 30, 2026

Position Overview

Job Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and environmental procedures and correctly utilize all safety PPE as required.
• Participate in accident investigations as required.
• Understand and apply customer specifications to the operation of the machine to assure finished goods comply with customer requirements.
• Perform regular audits of equipment to ensure that the equipment is safe to operate including guards and safety systems.
• All quality checks must be performed to published quality standards with honesty and integrity.
• Inform the shift supervisor as well as appropriate management of non-conforming products.
• Ensure the operating area and equipment are kept cleanly to minimize the risk of contaminants.
• Run the machinery at maximum efficiency.
• Ensure to set up all the equipment in the best way due to achieve the best performance.
• Perform basic maintenance functions, and write work orders for items not able to be corrected.
• Plan and perform change-over functions and set up equipment as necessary.
• Eliminate all waste on raw materials and production activities.
• Collaborate with the maintenance department and quality department.
• Record productivity, and quality data on a shift basis with honesty and integrity.
• Perform work functions as a team.
• Guarantee the implementation and maintain a system of good practices.
• Assist and advise management in specific training requirements.
• Perform functions utilizing LEAN manufacturing techniques to minimize waste and optimize production.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and prior experience is preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and quality and procedure manuals.

Company Benefits

• Medical Benefits
• PTO
• Vacation
• Retention Bonus
• 401K

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and prior experience is preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and quality and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends Holidays, and overtime as needed.

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) and prior experience is preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and quality and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts, days, nights, weekends Holidays, and overtime as needed.