Second-Shift Production Operator — Forklift & QA

Blachford; Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Job summary

Blachford is seeking a reliable Production Operator to join our Illinois team on the second shift. You will move product, operate a forklift, assist with batches, and help keep the area clean and safe. The role runs Monday through Thursday with overtime as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and basic math and English skills, with forklift experience preferred. You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift license preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to work safely with minimal supervision and as a team.
• English literacy and basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Meet production and quality goals efficiently.
• Operate grinding, packaging, shrink-wrap, and palletizing tasks.
• Safely use a forklift to move product between areas.
• Report equipment problems to the Production Supervisor.
• Assist with batches and housekeeping duties as needed.
• Take samples to QA for testing.
• Support changeovers and ensure proper labeling.
• Unloading drums and maintaining ISO 9001 standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Safety minded

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift license preferred

Job description

Blachford is seeking a reliable Production Operator to join our Illinois team on the second shift. You will move product, operate a forklift, assist with batches, and help keep the area clean and safe. The role runs Monday through Thursday with overtime as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and basic math and English skills, with forklift experience preferred. You will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment focused on quality and safety.