Senior Operator

Pregis Corporation; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 44,083 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging company is seeking a Senior Operator for its new cold chain pilot production site in Roselle, Illinois. In this role, you will lead production crews, ensure quality results, and manage line equipment operations. The ideal candidate should have 5-7 years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a full-time schedule on the first shift, with an hourly pay range from $32 to $36. Candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to contribute to process improvement are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Requires 5-7 years of relevant experience in a production environment.
• Strong leadership and technical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead production crews in operating production equipment.
• Ensure the presence of all components for each job.
• Maintain high standards for productivity, waste reduction, and quality.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Strong converting line finishing skills

Critical thinking

Understanding of inline equipment

Mechanical repair ability

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

5-7 years inline finishing experience

Job description

We're Not Just in the Packaging Business-We're in the "Wow" Business

Pregis is Hiring!

Why Join Pregis?

Pregis is in the packaging business to protect what matters. We are committed to providing our customers and employees sustainable growth through purpose-driven innovation and customer‑centric packaging solutions. If you are looking for a company that is thriving across various high growth industries and is innovative, customer focused, high integrity, believes in strong teamwork and collaboration, Pregis is the company for you. Check out the Pregis Purpose to learn how sustainability and social responsibility is at the very core of our company DNA.

Senior Operator - Pilot Production (Cold Chain)

Location: Roselle, IL
Shift: First Shift | FullTime
Be part of something new. Build what's next.

Why This Role Is Different

This is a rare opportunity to join a BRANDNEW pilot production site focused on Cold Chain innovation. As a Senior Operator, you won't just run equipment - you'll help shape the processes, standards, and future of production from day one.

You’ll work in an engineeringdriven, pilot environment, collaborating closely with leadership, process development, and production teams to test, improve, and scale new technology. If you thrive in fastpaced, problemsolving environments and want your ideas to matter, this is the role for you.

Summary of Job

The Senior Operator leads production crews in efficiently operating the company's production equipment. They ensure all components are in place for each job, achieve quality results, and manage in line finishing tasks with minimal supervision. The role includes operating and troubleshooting various line equipment, performing minor mechanical repairs, and maintaining high standards for productivity, waste reduction, and quality. The Senior Operator fosters a learning environment, supports continuous improvement, and ensures safety and cleanliness on the job. The position requires 5‑7 years of relevant experience and strong leadership and technical skills.

Under the direction of Plant manager and/or Production development and process lead oversees hourly employees to ensure the safe production of the highest quality products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, customer specifications and delivery requirements, in accordance with Pregis policies and procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Consistently demonstrates leadership qualities. Uses leadership skills to direct crews in the efficient operation of the company's production equipment.
• Reads and understand all information on job ticket pertaining to a specific job. Ensures that all necessary components to produce the job are present. Does not move forward on any job with conflicting information.
• Able to think critically and perform work in a safe manner. Provide suggestions for improvement and ensure team members are also working in a safe manner.
• Strong converting line finishing skill set that leads to a full understanding of how to achieve high product quality that meets the specifications of the product.
• Has complete understanding and ability to operate all line ancillary equipment.
• Strong inline finishing skill set that leads to a full understanding and ability to effectively set up and operate all inline equipment (i.e. gluing, Labeling, Straub Applicators etc.) as well as rotary cutter with minimal supervision.
• Understands tension controls and ancillary equipment. Knowledge of how to web up the line, capable of setting cylinders and plates. Has the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs and adjustments.
• Efficiently operates in line systems with minimal supervision.
• Maintains 100% of standards in productivity, waste and quality standards. Accurately enters all codes for quantities, materials, and times onto required paperwork.
• Understands and demonstrates ability to accurately tracking line counts.
• Performs necessary functions to operate the line with minimal supervision. Establishes and promotes an environment for learning and process improvement. Consistently looks for improvements and efficiencies to reduce waste and increase production within quality standards set.
• Works within all safety guidelines and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Interacts well between shifts to gain and pass along all information to facilitate a smooth transition without interruption.

Environment

• Exposure to moving equipment.
• Inside work.
• Heat may exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Humidity may exceed 80%.
• Noise may exceed 85dB+.
• Personal Protective Equipment required.

Physical Characteristics

• Frequent standing, stooping, sitting.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling (up to 50 lbs.).
• Occasional typing/keyboarding.

Position Type

• Full time.
• Shift work - first shift.
• Overtime expected per business demand.

Education and Experience

Requires four years of high school and five/seven years of inline finishing experience progressive responsibility and or related experience; or a combination of education and experience.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Pregis's total compensation package. The hourly base pay range for this role is estimated to be $32 to $36.

Compensation details listed in US job postings reflect base salary only and do not include benefits. Learn more about Benefits at Pregis.

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in diversity of thought and bringing together other traits and characteristics that make an individual bring a unique experience to Pregis. We strive to foster an inclusive environment where behaviors and social norms ensure people are welcome.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement/Inclusion

We offer equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We support inclusion and believe in welcoming a collective sum of individual differences, thoughts, traits, and characteristics to represent Pregis's culture and achievements.

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