Packaging Operator (Must have experience) 3RD SHIFT ONLY

Pures Food Specialties LLC; Northlake (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage including medical,

Dental and vision

Short term disability

Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick

Job summary

Pures Food Specialties LLC in Northlake, IL is hiring a Packaging Operator with prior machine operation experience. The role involves setting up equipment, performing basic troubleshooting, and monitoring lines to ensure efficient production.

You will adhere to GMP, HACCP, and all safety and sanitation procedures while supporting other departments as needed. The position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining production machines to keep the line running smoothly.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and staying on your feet throughout shifts.
• Bilingual skills are preferred, with basic English communication required.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines and perform basic troubleshooting to ensure continuous operation.
• Load films, adjust settings, and monitor equipment performance.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow GMP and sanitation procedures.
• Follow the packaging schedule and quality control standards for weights and descriptions.
• Report any food safety or quality issues to supervision immediately.
• Assist in other departments as needed and support shift team as required.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual

Mathematical skills

Job description

All Jobs > Packaging Operator (Must have experience) 3RD SHIFT ONLY

Packaging Operator (Must have experience) 3RD SHIFT ONLY
Northlake, IL

Description

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be willing to work flexible schedules and work in other departments including weekends and holidays
• Ability to setup machines, conduct basic troubleshooting, loading, films, settings, monitors to assure all is running efficiently.
• Ability to work in a standing position for entire shift including climbing steps and ladders
• Monitors and assists with equipment upstream/downstream to ensure continuous operation.
• Follow packaging schedule, quality control and sanitation procedures concerning, weights, packs, descriptions, Best Buy dates, cleanup and changeovers
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area
• Ability to clean machines and work area properly during and after production runs or changeovers
• Observe all plant safety, GMP and allergen procedures and attend appropriate training sessions.
• Ability to assist in other departments
• Responsible for manufacturing, distributing and consistently maintaining safe and quality food by following good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense, HACCP and SQF requirements
• Responsible for immediately reporting all food safety and quality issues to your supervisor
• Responsible for collaborating with others; Sharing knowledge, skills and information within your team and across functional areas.
• Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, as well as professional and leadership development
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Follow supervisor’s directives and be able to support the shift team as needed.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Educational Background: N/A

Experience: Must have experience with operating and maintaining the machines and ensuring the entire

production line is running efficiently

PREFERRED SKILLS

Must be able to communicate with others as well as management

Must have understanding of FDA guide lines and company policies. Mathematical skills

Bilingual is preferred

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental and vision
• Short term disability available
• Paid holidays, vacation and paid sick leave

EEO Statement

Pure’s is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We ensure fair treatment in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and compensation. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion fosters a workplace where every individual is valued and respected.