Pouch Packaging Machine Operator — Hands-On & Growth

Itape; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG in Chicago seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operator to operate pouch machinery and produce bubble pouches, ensuring quality and on-time output.

Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, ability to stand long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a space-constrained environment while maintaining safety and accuracy. IPG offers competitive pay and strong team culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment or as a machine operator.
• Intermediate math skills and English written communication.
• Ability to stand and walk up to 12 hours.
• Ability to work in a space-limited area on a continuous basis.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.
• General computer knowledge and paperwork handling.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Inventory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Ensure first offs are completed per technical specifications.
• Ensure changeover is completed as per standard.
• Ensure equipment and set-up parameters are established, followed, and improved.
• Coaching and mentoring of assistants and helpers by providing clear and precise instructions, if assigned
• Ensure materials required for changeover are available and secured prior to set-ups.
• Ensure product is packed and identified as per specifications.
• Ensure accurate inventory and effective control of materials and supplies.
• Ensure work-center’s downtime is minimized by ensuring proper equipment set-ups, material is present prior to changeover and report lack of raw materials, tooling and / or equipment issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Oversee the assistants and helpers/packers and provide clear and precise instructions to them.
• All duties outlined in the assistant job description.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

English written communication

Stand and walk

Lift 50 lbs

Inventory experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

IPG in Chicago seeks an experienced Manufacturing Operator to operate pouch machinery and produce bubble pouches, ensuring quality and on-time output.

Ideal candidates will have manufacturing experience, ability to stand long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a space-constrained environment while maintaining safety and accuracy. IPG offers competitive pay and strong team culture.