Pouch Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (10 hour Shift M-TH)

ePac Holdings, LLC; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision

Disability insurance (short/long term)

401K with employer match

120 hours PTO

Paid holidays

Profit sharing potential

Cross training and development

Overtime available

Job summary

ePac Holdings, LLC in Schiller Park, IL is seeking a Pouch Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (10-hour shift, Monday–Thursday). You will set up and operate pouch making machines to convert laminated films into compliant pouches, ensuring products meet quality specs and supporting a fast-paced production line.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration with the production team. Overtime is available, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for cross-training and

Qualifications

• Manual dexterity and good hand–eye coordination.
• Ability to operate and adjust packaging machinery safely.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications and run data to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Monitors machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions and makes corrections.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to verify accuracy of machine output.
• Performs changeovers, maintenance and preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Manual coordination

Safe operation around machinery

Job description

Pouch Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (10 hour Shift M-TH)

About this position

ePac Flexible Packaging has locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Australia. Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy.

This role offers a competitive hourly rate from $20 / hour based on experience, with a generous leave and benefits package. Benefits package includes:

• 3 Medical Plan Options
• Vision
• Employer paid Short and Long term disability
• 401K with employer match
• 120 hours Paid Time off
• Paid holidays
• Potential for profit sharing
• Cross training and development
• Overtime Available!
• and more!

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Pouch Operator sets up and operates pouch making machines that convert laminated films into pouches that meet or exceed customer quality specifications by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads job specifications and previous run data (if available) to determine machine adjustments and material requirements. Ensures job is in order prior to machine set-up.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction. Makes corrections to alleviate out of specification product.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
• Assists and works cooperatively with assistant machine operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
• Perform changeovers, maintenance and PM on equipment
• Quality Control checks and production reports

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including press assistant, slitting, and lamination

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Manual coordination and dexterity while utilizing hand tools, cleaning equipment
• Be able to work safely around operating machinery

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is around, moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourages all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.

ePac is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. EEO Poster