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

ePac LLC; Schiller Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vision

Employer paid Short and Long term(dis)

401K with employer match

120 hours Paid Time off

Paid holidays

Potential for profit sharing

Cross training and development

Overtime Available!

Job summary

ePac Flexible Packaging is hiring a Pouch Machine Operator for the 2nd shift (10-hour shift, Monday–Thursday). The role sets up and operates pouch making machines to convert laminated films into compliant pouches meeting customer specs, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

The position offers a competitive hourly rate from $20/hour based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical options, vision, disability coverage, a 401K with employer match, paid time off

Qualifications

• Experience operating pouch making machines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Basic measuring and inspection.
• Teamwork and cooperation.

Responsibilities

• Reads job specifications and previous run data to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Observes machine operation to detect defects or malfunctions and makes corrections.
• Measures workpiece dimensions to verify accuracy.
• Assists and cooperates with assistant operators to stack, mark, pack, and transport finished boxes.
• Performs changeovers, maintenance and PM on equipment.
• Quality control checks and production reports.

Skills

Manual coordination

Dexterity with hand tools

Safety around machinery

Quality awareness

Job description

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

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