Utility

Sealed Air Corporation; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid elder care

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sealed Air Corporation is hiring a Utility Associate to support bag lines and ensure high-quality production with minimal scrap. The role reports to the Shift Leader and requires a focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork in a climate-controlled manufacturing plant.

The position offers a morning shift, Monday through Friday, with a pay rate of $22.50 per hour. A high school diploma or equivalent and basic computer skills are required, along with the ability to work safely with minimal

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Key Operating Procedures and safety rules.
• Supply raw materials to bag & box production areas.
• Keep machines stocked and assist operators as needed.
• Assist in quality checks and document properly.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area per GMP.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Description

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value to our stakeholders. In 2025, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in sales and has approximately 16,100 employees who serve customers in 119 countries/territories. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Pay: $22.50
Shift: Morning
Schedule: 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Monday - Friday

Position Overview
The Utility position is responsible for supporting the bag lines to safely deliver the highest-quality products with optimal efficiency and the lowest possible scrap through effective manufacturing methods. The Utility reports to the Shift Leader.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. ReasonableAccommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Follow all Key Operating Procedures, including but not limited to:

• o Company and facility Policies
• o Safety – LTCT; use of proper PPE; adherence to all applicable safety rules
• o Quality – PQCT, Bag Specifications, Testing Frequencies and Procedures
• o SOPs – Methods for performing work
• o SSOP/Good Housekeeping standards (keep machines and area sanitized and clean)
• o Good Manufacturing Practices
• o Food/Safety Security
• o HACCP ( Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point)
• o Food Regulatory and Customer Specifications

• Responsible for scrap, efficiency, and product quality
• Make the allowable amount of box bottoms and lids according to specification for your shift and to start the
• next shift and keep the machines stocked with the allowable amount of box bottoms
• When pallets are full, place them in the drop area of the warehouse for shipping/receiving to put away
• Supply all raw materials to the bag & box production area
• Empty all scrap containers once per shift or as needed
• Bale scrap as required
• Responsible for doing scheduled PM work to material handling equipment
• Assist operators and QA to assure that quality standards are upheld and that any suspect or defective product
• is appropriately destroyed or placed on hold for the Quality Facilitator’s review and decision
• Work as a valuable team member throughout the production room to accomplish the business goals:
• Help inspector/packers and bag machine operators as needed
• Assist and work closely with Quality, Maintenance, and Technical resources to ensure that issues are being
• addressed to optimize the performance of the line
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improvements
• Communicate positively and respectfully to resolve all issues
• Complete all documentation accurately
• Ask for help when the need arises
• Assist in the training of other personnel in the material handling department

Competency Statements
Act: Safely, Responsibly and Ethically.
Develop: Positive, Collaborative Teams and Healthy Work Environments.
Deliver: Timely, Innovative and Sustainable Focused Solutions.
Drive: Quality in Products, Service, and Attainment of Professional Goals.
Integrate: Core Values of Commitment, Responsibility, and Innovation into all aspects of work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.

Work Environment
Manufacturing Plant. Climate-controlled.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Additional Information

Requisition id:57256

Relocation:No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.