Utility Operator

Sealed Air; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; 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 in Romeoville, IL is seeking a Utility Operator for the night shift to support bag lines and ensure high-quality, low-scrap production. The role reports to the Shift Leader and requires working 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with a $22.50 hourly rate and a $2.00 shift premium.

Responsibilities include supplying raw materials, stocking and cleaning, assisting QA and maintenance, and helping train new staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Forklift certification (or the ability to obtain it) preferred
• Ability to stand for 12 hours; Lift up to 26 lbs regularly; climb ladders

Responsibilities

• 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
• Supply all raw materials to the bag & box production area
• Empty all scrap containers once per shift or as needed
• Bale scrap as required
• 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
• Provide feedback and suggestions for improvements
• Communicate in a positive and respectful manner 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

Skills

Forklift certification

Basic computer skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to stand 12 hours

Ability to lift 26 lbs

Ability to climb ladders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Utility Operator

Romeoville

Requisition ID: 55980

Shift: Night

Schedule: 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM; Monday - Friday

Shift Premium Amount: $2.00

Pay Rate: $22.50

Position Overview

The Utility Operator position is responsible for supporting the bag lines to safely deliver the highest quality products at the best efficiency and lowest scrap possible through the use of effective manufacturing methods. The Utility Operator reports to the Shift Leader.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

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

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• 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 in a positive and respectful manner 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

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Forklift certification (or the ability to obtain it) preferred
• Ability to stand for 12 hours; Ability to lift up to 26 lbs. (sometimes overhead) regularly and the ability to climb ladders.

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

Information at a Glance

WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability - it's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success - meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.