Production Worker - 1st shift (INDST)

OSI Group; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

OSI Group in West Chicago, IL is seeking an entry-level general laborer to assist with loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials while maintaining a safe work environment.

Under supervision, you will help with setup, monitor equipment, inspect products, follow GMPs, and support safety and cleanliness in the plant. High school diploma or equivalent required; ability to lift up to 50 lbs may be needed.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of related labor experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at machine speed.
• Ability to understand written English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation setup lines and area according to procedures.
• Verify correct setup and running of equipment to obtain desired results.
• Inspect product periodically through the shift to verify specifications are being met.
• Assist the operator in troubleshooting equipment when necessary.
• Be able to perform operator job functions when not present.
• Contact management support if there are any problems that may arise.
• Keep area clean.
• Follow Safety lockout/tag-out procedures.
• Communicate any issues to management.
• Follow instructions well and assist others as needed.
• Understand and follow/instruct others on GMP's.
• Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe conditions to the management.
• This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures. This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Written English

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

This role is responsible for entry level general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to policies and procedures. Under immediate direction performs a variety of manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Job is an individual contributor.
• Job is an individual contributor and has no direct reports.
• Assist with operation setup lines and area according to established procedures and specifications.
• Verify correct setup and running of equipment to obtain desired results.
• Inspect product periodically through the shift to verify specifications are being met.
• Assist the operator in troubleshooting equipment when necessary.
• Be able to perform operator job functions when not present.
• Contact management support if there are any problems that may arise.
• Keep area clean.
• Follow Safety lockout/tag-out procedures.
• Communicate any issues to management.
• Follow instructions well and assist others as needed.
• Understand and follow/instruct others on GMP's.
• Work in a safe manner and report any unsafe conditions to the management.
• This role has the responsibility to understand and places in practice appropriate safety procedures. This responsibility is achieved through education, training, use of protective equipment (as applicable) and by following safety policies, regulations, standards, and laws.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills

• 0-1 years of experience in related field is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work at machine speed.
• Ability to understand written English preferred.
• Excellent proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite Products.

Education

• High School Diploma and/or equivalent work experience is required.

Work Environment

• Work can be performed within a manufacturing plant environment with noise, extreme temperatures, and significant movement of powered equipment, people and conveyor (may depend on the role).
• Work conditions are typical of a food manufacturing facility.
• This role does not require any domestic travel
• Position may require the physical agility of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Position may require frequent and/or infrequent of bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, stretching/reaching, use hands or fingers, talk, hear, feel objects, tools, controls and standing/walking on concrete flooring.
• Position may require the physical ability to stand/walk for Greater than 4 hours.

Compensation/Benefits

We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. The hourly pay range for this position is $19.00 to $20.50 per hour. The final hourly rate offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market considerations.
Additional Compensation: This position may also be eligible for overtime pay, shift differentials, and/or bonus opportunities, as applicable. Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, and more. A full summary of benefits will be provided upon hire.
Compensation information is available on our careers site. If you are viewing this role on a third-party platform and do not see pay details, please visit our careers page www.osigroup.com/careers/ for full transparency.
This pay range represents the company's good faith estimate at the time of posting.