Production Operator 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Prinova USA; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Employer paid STD and LTD

HSA and FSA

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

PTO

Employer paid Basic Life Insurance

401(k) & Roth with employer match

Eight Paid Holidays + 3 Floating

Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital

Personal growth including training and

Job summary

Prinova USA in Carol Stream, IL, is seeking a Production Operator II to safely operate processing and packaging equipment for liquid and dry blends, weighing, mixing, and sampling batches.

The role requires adherence to GMP and HACCP, maintaining production records, and supporting continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This full-time position offers competitive pay ($21/hr), benefits, and opportunities for growth within a global ingredients leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and write English (75% literacy).
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• 1+ year experience operating forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate blending, mixing, and packaging equipment.
• Pre- and post-operational setup and disassembly of equipment.
• Verify and weigh raw materials per work orders and blend sheets.
• Mix ingredients according to procedures and take batch samples.
• Package, label and palletize finished products.
• Maintain documentation for quality, safety, and production records.
• Assist with washdowns, sanitization, and equipment cleaning.
• Support audits and follow HACCP procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Cross-train on equipment, processes, and production departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Reading & writing English

Forklift operation

ERP systems familiarity

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Unlock your potential with Prinova We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.

We are Prinova, a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions, and trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands. Part of the NAGASE Group, our expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services. Our global network of colleagues, located in offices and manufacturing facilities around the world, deliver sustainable value-added solutions to our customers. We are recognized for our deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation, which have earned us a strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.

Wherever your career is headed, you’ll find direction, opportunity, and belonging with us.

Production Operator II

Department: Solutions

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Type: Full Time

Summary: The Production Operator II is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of processing and packaging equipment used in the manufacturing of liquid and dry blend products. The Production Operator II will be required to weigh, combine, and mix materials, monitoring and manipulating materials at various states of processing. This role ensures that production meets safety, quality and efficiency standards while adhering to GMP, HACCP, and company policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities. Other Duties May Be Assigned.

• Operate blending, mixing, and packaging equipment.
• Performs pre- and post-operational setup and disassembly of equipment.
• Verify and weigh raw materials per work orders and blend sheets
• Mix ingredients according to specified procedures and take batch samples
• Package, label and palletize finished products accurately.
• Maintain documentation for quality, safety, and production records.
• Assists with washdowns, sanitization, and equipment cleaning.
• Supports audits and follows HACCP procedures.
• Maintain a clean and work area.
• Cross train on various equipment, processes, and production departments
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years’ experience in food manufacturing preferred
• Ability to read and write English (75% literacy)
• Required Skills/Abilities:
• Strong attention to detail and time management
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
• 1 + year experience operating forklifts

Travel

None

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• The work environment is normally in a production Setting
• Ability to lift and move up to 55lbs frequently.
• Stand for extended periods; frequent squatting, bending, twisting, and bi-lateral wrist movements.
• Tolerate exposure to a variety of different aromas and powdered substance.

Quality/Safety Responsibilities

All Prinova employees are required to ensure compliance standards with food safety, food defense and food quality. (FDA, ILDPH, FSMA, DEA, USDA and BRC). It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with occupational safety and health standards issued under OSHA and to follow all rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Company to ensure that their actions do not impact the health and safety of themselves or others.

The above description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities for this position. Prinova reserves the right to change or assign other duties and responsibilities without notice.

What’s in it for you?

Competitive Pay – $21.00/hr

Experience, education, geographic location and shift all taken into consideration.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Employer paid STD and LTD
• HSA and FSA
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• PTO
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth with employer match
• Eight Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays
• Voluntary - Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
• Personal growth including training and development opportunities

Disclaimer: Prinova is committed to providing equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, creed, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, medical leave, marital status, citizenship status, ancestry, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, Civil Air Patrol status, or any other characteristic or group status protected under applicable law.