Production Operator - General Labor

MAPEI S.p.A.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

MAPEI Corporation in Illinois is seeking a Production Operator - General Labor to support manufacturing operations across multiple areas, including handling, labeling, stacking, and material movement. You will operate forklifts where required and help maintain a safe, organized work environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to perform physical tasks (lifting up to 55 lbs independently; up to 100 lbs with assistance), and flexibility for overtime and shift hours.

Qualifications

• Willingness to perform hands-on general labor tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Manufacturing/process experience; forklift certification is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs independently; up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Able to stand for extended periods and work overtime with shift flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of general labor tasks to support manufacturing operations.
• Stack finished products, raw materials, and other items as required.
• Sort, place, and identify materials and/or products on racks, shelves, or bins.
• Clean and organize production cells, material storage areas, and equipment.
• Operate forklifts, applicable at various locations.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Willingness to do hands-on work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in the manufacturing of construction chemicals and building materials, including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. As a Production Operator - General Labor, you could take on roles such as a General Production Labor Helper, Picker/ Packer, Labeler, Bucket Stacker. In these roles, you’ll support various production areas by performing essential tasks that ensure safety, efficiency, and precision, helping MAPEI maintain its commitment to quality and reliability in the construction chemicals industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of general labor tasks to support manufacturing operations.
• Stack finished products, raw materials, and other items as required.
• Sort, place, and identify materials and/or products on racks, shelves, or bins.
• Clean and organize production cells, material storage areas, and equipment.
• Operate forklifts, applicable at various locations.
• Adhere to safety regulations and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Position Specific Details

• Base hourly payrate from to $19.00-$20.00 p/hr, based on experience.
• Additional premium shift differential: $1.00 p/hr for 2nd shift and $2.00 p/hr for 3rd shift, if applicable.

What’s in it for you

• Highly competitive base pay & premium shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Hands-on work willingness and mechanical inclination.
• Manufacturing/process experience; forklift certification is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Flexibility for overtime and shift hours required.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)

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