Production Associate

PLZ Corp; Bridgeview (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Associate to join their dynamic team in Bridgeview. This role involves operating automated equipment to assemble aerosol cans, ensuring production standards are met while maintaining quality control. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical aptitude, be a team player, and demonstrate the ability to follow instructions effectively. With a structured schedule and opportunities for overtime, this position offers a robust suite of benefits, including paid time off and a 401k match. If you're ready to contribute to a fast-paced production environment and grow your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company paid Life and Short-Term disability

401k & company provided match

Paid Time Off

Operations Incentive Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 40lbs repetitively.
• Must read, write, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated equipment for aerosol can assembly.
• Inspect products for quality and clear minor jams.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Player

Instruction Following

Quality Inspection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Automated Equipment

Manual Tools

Job description

Job Category: Manufacturing / Production / Operations

Requisition Number: PRODU004537

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• Posted: November 4, 2024
• Full-Time

Locations

Bridgeview, IL 60455, USA

Description

Hourly Rate: $16.00/hr.

Shift / Schedule: 1st Shift hours 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Tuesday through Friday. (OT on Saturdays based on needs of the business).

The Production Associate will be on all lines to ensure production standards are met. Perform duties to operate manual and/or automated equipment to complete assembly of aerosol cans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate automated capper and tuber to place caps and/or locate tubes as specified on work order.
• Operate automated spouter to place spout on product.
• Perform minor adjustments to equipment to place caps and locate tubes and properly place spouts.
• Place caps, tips, and spouts on aerosol cans individually and manually or in a series to complete specified product.
• Clear minor jams on equipment.
• Notify shift lead or maintenance team of major adjustments or problems.
• Inspect components and/or completed product for damage and to maintain quality standards.
• Strip defective labels from cans for re-labeling.
• Staple corrugated cartons manually.
• Employees must be able to be a team player and give and receive instructions.
• Work well with others.
• Work from production line sheets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Follow safety rules and keep work area clean and orderly.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs repetitively.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Must be able to give and receive instructions.
• Must possess and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
• Willingness to work in other areas and jobs as determined by management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear and stand on concrete for 8-10 hours each day. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, and the ability to focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employee experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines. The noise-level in this environment is quiet to moderate. Duties are performed indoors. No cell phones are allowed on the production floor.

PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Operations Incentive Bonus (based on company and individual performance).

PLZ reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.