Plastics Molding Line Operator – Growth & Benefits

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus up to $3000

Competitive salary

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Machine Operator for our plastics production floor.

You’ll set machines, monitor performance, perform routine maintenance, and verify that every part meets specifications through in-process checks, with safety as a priority. You’ll rotate between extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, labeling systems, pad printers, and silk-screen units, while maintaining data sheets, sampling, and quality control.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with plastic molding machines preferred.
• Solid grasp of plastics manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude; training with packaging, plastics, and printing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work safely at all times, following company safety policies and practices.
• Start up production machines and periodically confirm set points are accurate.
• Operate extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, label, pad printer, and silk-screen equipment.
• Keep machines running properly: clean filters, perform minor maintenance, and monitor conditions during purging.
• Verify correct sleeves, boxes, labels, and materials by part numbers for the active line.
• Maintain M.O. Weight and Process Check Sheets.
• Conduct in-process quality inspections; check samples to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Troubleshoot line issues and make proper machine adjustments.
• Notify supervisor when repairs or maintenance are needed and restart machines after work is completed.
• Document problems, root causes, and solutions; record production/quality data (manual/data collector) and close out runs.
• Keep the area clean and free of debris; uphold safety and housekeeping standards.
• Assist in training Technician Operators and collaborate to meet team goals.
• Provide relief coverage for breaks and lunches.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C. in Aurora, IL is seeking a Machine Operator for our plastics production floor.

You’ll set machines, monitor performance, perform routine maintenance, and verify that every part meets specifications through in-process checks, with safety as a priority. You’ll rotate between extrusion blow mold, extrusion machine, injection blow mold, injection mold, labeling systems, pad printers, and silk-screen units, while maintaining data sheets, sampling, and quality control.