Pouch Production Operator — Hands-on Growth & Training

IPG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

IPG is seeking a Pouch Operator in Chicago to join our Operations team. You will operate and troubleshoot pouch lines, producing bubble pouches while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 2+ years of manufacturing/machine operation experience. You must be able to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with assistants to keep lines running smoothly. IPG offers growth, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 2+ years manufacturing/machine operator experience preferred.
• Intermediate math and English written communication skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours at a time.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs on a consistent basis.
• General computer knowledge and experience handling paperwork.
• Inventory experience preferred.
• Effective interpersonal skills and safety awareness.
• Ability to perform the physical aspects of the role with injury prevention.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate and troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Ensure first offs are completed as 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 as 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.
• Downtime minimized by proper set-ups and material readiness; report material/equipment issues.
• Oversee the assistants and helpers/packers and provide clear instructions.
• All duties outlined in the assistant job description.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operator

Intermediate math

English written communication

Stand/walk 12 hours

Lift up to 50 lbs

General computer knowledge

Inventory experience

Safety mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

IPG is seeking a Pouch Operator in Chicago to join our Operations team. You will operate and troubleshoot pouch lines, producing bubble pouches while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma and 2+ years of manufacturing/machine operation experience. You must be able to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and work with assistants to keep lines running smoothly. IPG offers growth, safety, and teamwork.