Production Specialist (2nd shift) starting pay $19.85hr

Graham Packaging Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Graham Packaging Company is seeking a Production Specialist for the 2nd shift (2:00 pm–10:00 pm, Monday–Friday) in West Chicago, IL. Starting pay is $19.85 per hour with a $0.30 differential.

Responsibilities include general factory tasks, packing, case making, inspection, and adherence to safety, quality GMP, and company policies. The role requires teamwork, reliable attendance, and strong communication with the team and supervisors.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Must maintain regular attendance and reliability.
• Strong verbal and written communication with internal/external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and with others in a team.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, health, quality GMP policies and company procedures.
• Pack bottles, inspect products, and ensure cases are properly sealed.
• Assist with machine operation and basic maintenance as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe work area; document as required.
• Communicate shift-to-shift issues to supervisor or lead.

Skills

Attendance

Computer skills

Communication

Under pressure

Independent worker

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

Overview

Graham Packaging Company is looking for a Production Specialist based in West Chicago, IL. This opening is for 2nd shift which runs 2:00 pm- 10:00 pm M-F.

Starting pay is $19.85 an hour plus .30 differential.

Production Specialists are responsible for general housekeeping of the production area, packing, case making, inspecting, other general factory tasks in accordance with established procedures, specifications and other guidelines. The primary duties of a Production Specialist include:

• Understands, follows and enforces all established safety, health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Understands, follows and enforces all established policies, procedures and recognized practices.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement projects and other related activities as assigned.
• Visually inspect finished product for defects and ensure that cases are properly sealed.
• Pack bottles in accordance to the customer specification.
• Clear trimmer jams and restart, shut off/on trimmer in a safe manner.
• Notify supervisor or lead of potential problems with finished product and/or machinery.
• De-label and grind bottles as necessary, checking for contamination before grinding.
• Strapping, tying, stacking, and orienting cases and units properly in correct unit load pattern to satisfy customer request.
• Use case making equipment in a safe manner.
• Maintain hot/cold glue tanks by keeping full.
• Perform fiber tear checks to ensure proper glue application and pattern.
• Notify the appropriate coworker, forklift driver, or assignee when supplies at the machine need to be replenished.
• Communicate with incoming shift or line replacement on any problems with quality, machine, and packing configurations.
• Assist with rework and heldware to ensure effective completion.
• Restart, start, stop, and clears all downstream equipment as required.
• Assist in the training of permanent and temporary workforce in stacking, packing quality, and case machines.
• Keep work area and other facilities clean, orderly and safe.
• Complete written documentation as required.
• May perform basic stretch wrapper functions.
• Limited travel may be required

Qualifications

Previous manufacturing experience a plus.

Production Specialists are required to interact with managers, employees, vendors, and customers. Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also essential requirements of the position:

• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly both verbally and orally.
• Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group objectives; volunteers to help others.

Compensation Statement

The expected salary range for the position described in this posting is made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits Statement

Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

EEO Disclaimer

Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.