Truck Loader

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions is seeking a production associate for our Chicago plant. You will independently operate machines to produce parts to required tolerances and follow customer specifications to stage supplies and products accordingly.

Responsibilities include maintaining safety, quality, and housekeeping standards, completing required documents, and assisting in lean and 6S practices. Prior manufacturing experience and a forklift license are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Prior experience in industrial manufacturing is preferred.
• Hazardous Material Handling awareness is needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines and equipment to produce parts within tolerances.
• Read customer specs and stage supplies and products accordingly.
• Ensure daily schedule requirements are met with appropriate quality.
• Complete manufacturing/quality documents and reports as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe dock areas and report deviations promptly.

Skills

Safety compliance

Quality standards

Lean manufacturing

6S

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Essential Functions

• Follow all Plant Safety Rules and Regulations
• Utilize proper PPE at all times
• Handle and dispose of hazardous material safely and per policy as outlined by all relevant regulations
• Quality
• Responsible to produce continuous quality parts and ensure all quality procedures are followed
• Compliance to ISO 9001
• Complete Manufacturing/Quality documents
• Communicate with internally concerning deviations or general request
• Assist in 6s and lean manufacturing practices
• Verify compliance to local, state, and federal regulations
• Complete reports as necessary internally/externally
• Primary Production Responsibilities
• Independently operate machines, equipment, and produce production parts to required tolerances
• Read and comprehend customer specification sheets; anticipate the next order and stage supplies/products as needed
• Utilize Company systems for reporting production, scrap, inventory, etc.
• Follow direction and product required quantities
• Verify drums are completed to daily schedule requirements at an acceptable level of quality
• Ensure all shipping materials are used correctly
• Ensure drums are loaded correctly in appropriate trailer
• Arrange dock areas to be clean, tidy, and safe
• Sort and rearrange rejected drums into designated area
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with other operators, maintenance, and management

Job Description

• Follow all Plant Safety Rules and Regulations
• Utilize proper PPE at all times
• Handle and dispose of hazardous material safely and per policy as outlined by all relevant regulations
• Quality
• Responsible to produce continuous quality parts and ensure all quality procedures are followed
• Compliance to ISO 9001
• Complete Manufacturing/Quality documents
• Communicate with internally concerning deviations or general request
• Assist in 6s and lean manufacturing practices
• Environmental
• Verify compliance to local, state, and federal regulations
• Complete reports as necessary internally/externally
• Primary Production Responsibilities
• Independently operate machines, equipment, and produce production parts to required tolerances
• Read and comprehend customer specification sheets; anticipate the next order and stage supplies/products as needed
• Utilize Company systems for reporting production, scrap, inventory, etc.
• Follow direction and product required quantities
• Verify drums are completed to daily schedule requirements at an acceptable level of quality
• Ensure all shipping materials are used correctly
• Ensure drums are loaded correctly in appropriate trailer
• Arrange dock areas to be clean, tidy, and safe
• Sort and rearrange rejected drums into designated area
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with other operators, maintenance, and management

Other Duties

• Maintain working area in a clean, orderly and safe condition
• Carry out minor maintenance overhauls and parts changes; including designated preventative maintenance
• Track issues with downtime and/or equipment
• Attend all required meetings and trainings
• Perform all other duties as required or requested

Qualifications

Education / Experience and/or Training

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in industrial manufacturing
• Hazardous Material Handling

Licenses or Certifications

• Forklift License - Preferably

Problem-solving Skills

• Offer highest level of innovation and problem-solving skills to influence overall efficiency, improvements in productivity, outcomes, etc.

Verbal Communication Skills

• Use verbal skills to transfer information to operators, maintenance, and management

Written Communication Skills

• Complete reports such as production, quality, and inventory legibly

Math Skills

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios

Computer Skills

• Internal manufacturing systems

Physical Demands

(Typically required on a regular basis to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to stand, kneel/stoop, and walk for the duration of the shift
• Requires good hand/eye/foot coordination
• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, loud environments, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions
• Vision: 20/20 corrected; and normal hearing range
• Able to work in a non-climate controlled environment – cold in winter months and hot in the summer months

Personal Protective Equipment

(Typically required on a regular basis)

• Boots: steel or composite toed
• Safety Glasses
• Gloves: latex, work gloves, etc.
• Hearing Protection
• Sleeves: cut resistant
• Properly fitted clothing
• Hard Hat (in designated areas)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

I have read the above position description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I can perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation. I will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability.

PAY: The range is $20.00- 20.57 per hour. Exact salary offered will depend on candidate’s experience, work location, skills, etc.

BENEFITS: Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.