Production Laborer

Guardian Protection Products; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 43,841,000 - 59,380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Business Travel Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Vacation, Sick Time & Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

RPM Pension Plan (vested after 5 years

Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays

Up to 3 Weeks of Vacation Annually

Job summary

Guardian Protection Products in Elgin, IL is seeking dependable Production Laborers to support our food packaging lines. You will operate equipment, load materials, inspect products, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to GMP and safety standards while maintaining a clean work area and documenting production steps. Training starts quickly with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift 50-60 lbs and perform physical tasks safely.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment, fillers, conveyors, mixers, and metal detectors.
• Load and unload materials on production lines.
• Inspect ingredients and finished products to ensure quality.
• Read and follow work orders and production specifications.
• Weigh, measure, seal, label, and palletize products for shipment.
• Complete required production documentation.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow GMP, safety standards, and wear safety gear at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50-60 lbs

Basic math, reading, and writing

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION Join a Team That Values Hard Work & Safety. We are hiring dependable, safety-focused Production Laborers to support our food manufacturing packaging lines. If you enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced environment and take pride in quality and teamwork, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Operate packaging equipment, fillers, conveyors, mixers, and metal detectors
• Load and unload materials on production lines
• Inspect ingredients and finished products to ensure quality standards
• Read and follow work orders and production specifications
• Weigh, measure, seal, label, and palletize products for shipment
• Complete required production documentation
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Follow GMP, steal toes shoes are a requirement, safety, and quality standards at all times

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to lift 50-60 lbs
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Commitment to safety and teamwork

Work Environment: Dry, dusty manufacturing setting.

Benefits That Start Quickly

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates.

After 30 days of employment, you are eligible for:

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Vacation, Sick Time & Parental Leave

After 3 months:

• 401(k) Plan
• RPM Pension Plan (vested after 5 years)
• Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays
• Up to 3 Weeks of Vacation Annually

Pay: From $18.00 per hour + DO

Schedule: 10-hour shifts- Mon- Thurs

Department: Production

Location: Elgin, IL