Production Facility Operator - Chicago, IL

Batory Foods Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Batory Foods is seeking a Production Operator in Chicago to support second and third shifts. You will prepare and blend raw materials, operate mixers and extruders, and move materials with pallet jacks and forklifts, then package finished products and maintain logs. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accuracy in daily records.

Applicants should have warehouse experience, high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs; forklift experience is required for the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in a warehouse.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and blend raw materials.
• Operate mixers and extruders.
• Move, load and unload materials with pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Cut and trim as needed.
• Package finished product for shipment.
• Maintain accurate logs and records.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

At Batory Foods, we encourage our team to Bring YOU, Every Day because true success starts with the ability to be yourself and letting your unique talents shine. Since 1979, the heart of our success has been our people. The Friedman family established a legacy of generosity, warmth, and respect. And with core values like Invest in Relationships and Be Relentless About Improvement, each member of our team consistently strives for excellence to uphold that legacy—whether it’s related to the employee experience, our processes, or the customer journey. Join our team today and help us build a better tomorrow, together.

Production Facility Operator – Chicago, IL

Job Description:

As a Production Operator, your job responsibilities will include, but not limited to preparing and blending of raw materials; operating mixers and extruders; moving, loading and unloading materials by manual lifting and by using pallet jacks and forklifts; cutting/trimming; packaging finished product for shipment; and maintaining an accurate log/record. This position is for 2nd Shift - shift - 1:30am - 10:00pm and 3rd shift 9:30pm - 6:00am.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Experience working in a warehouse.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Experienced with operating a forklift.

Additional Qualifications:

• High desire to be productive and work as a Team.
• Adhere to safety regulations and follow protocols.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Good work attendance.
• Wear all required PPE daily.
• Good verbal and written skills, communicates effectively with co- workers.
• And other duties as required within the department.

Batory Foods in an equal opportunity employer which considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Batory Foods also provides “reasonable accommodations” to qualified individuals with disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please notify us immediately.