Utility Worker

Fellowes Brands; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Fellowes Brands in Itasca, IL is seeking a manufacturing associate to assemble components, palletize finished goods, and move materials to sustain production flow.

The role requires strict safety adherence, use of PPE, and the ability to work a 40-hour week with potential overtime; lift equipment and RF devices familiarity is a plus.

Fellowes offers comprehensive benefits and a path for growth in a long-established family business.

Qualifications

• Fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Work a 40 hour schedule with overtime as needed, including weekends and holidays.
• Physical presence at designated worksite.
• Pay attention to detail and follow instructions to meet quality standards.
• Work in a team environment and assist training other team members.
• Complete and pass lift truck operation tests and maintain licensing; use RF units.
• Able to work in a machine paced environment and meet production targets.
• Mechanically inclined with experience with tools and equipment listed in description.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and maintain product flow for operations.
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes and performance goals.
• Follow shop packs, BOMs and specifications; assist with line changeovers.
• Operate equipment such as Load Formers, banders, forklifts, and related equipment.
• Provide relief for other operators as needed.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Lift truck operation

Tools

RF units

Job description

Description

Our most important asset is our people. Who we are, what we do, how we do it and why we are passionate are all centerpieces of why we succeed.

We are proud to be recognized:

• Among America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes in 2021 and 2022
• As one of Chicago’s Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in 2022
• As a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace 2022 and 2023

Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of routine and repetitive duties to assemble components, palletize finished goods, move goods and material to maintain product flow.

• Promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Provide suggestions and feedback on improving departmental processes, performance goals and environment.
• Follow shop packs, specifications, and BOM's, perform a variety of tasks to assemble components, form raw material loads, palletize finished goods, inspect for quality, and maintain product flow for operations using manual and mechanical methods.
• Report verbally and in written format. Some tasks require knowledge of computer system applications and processes. Create LPN's to move inventory into finished goods.
• Assist with changeovers of lines, machines, and operations.
• Operate equipment as required such as Load Formers, powered and manual banders, forklifts, shredder, and other related equipment.
• Provide relief and/or backup for Die Cut Helpers, Case Packer Operators, and Folder Gluer Operators
• Other related and similar duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Fulfill all essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
• Abide by all safety policies, procedures, rules, and guidelines in order prevent and reduce exposure to accidents and injuries.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
• Work a 40 hour work schedule. Maintain consistent and acceptable attendance. Available to work overtime as required, including weekend and holiday work based on business demands.
• Physical presence at designated worksite.
• Pay close attention to detail and follow instructions/procedures to meet quality standards.
• Work in a team environment by assisting in training and facilitating job duties for other team members (including temps). Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Successfully complete and pass required lift truck operation tests and training, and obtain and maintain appropriate lift truck licensing. Use RF (radio frequency) units.
• Able to work in a machine paced environment and meet production targets.
• Mechanically inclined. Experience with the following equipment: Hand Tools, Strappers, Pallet Hand, Stretch Wrapping Equipment, Die Cutters, Folder Gluers, and Case Packers.

Physical Requirements:

Perform repetitive tasks as required.

Perform pre-shift stretching (includes: bending, reaching and stretching with hands, arm, legs and feet and bending and twisting waist) as required for position.

Please use the frequency chart to indicate approximate time spent performing physical requirements.

Frequency Chart (eight-hour work day):

Frequency of Activity

Percentage

Time (Hours)

Minimal (M)

1% - 5%

0 – 0.5

Occasional (O)

6% - 33%

0.5 – 2.5

Frequent (F)

34% - 66%

2.5 – 5.5

Continuous (C)

67% - 100%

> 5.5

Physical Requirements

Bending/Stooping: Frequent

Reaching: Frequent

Carrying: Frequent

Reading: Occasional

Climbing: Minimal

Sitting: Minimal

Driving: Occasional

Repetition: Continuous

Gripping/Grasping: Continuous

Squatting: Minimal

Kneeling: Minimal

Standing: Continuous

Lifting (Up to 25 lbs.): Frequent

Twisting: Minimal

Lifting (Up to 50 lbs.): Occasional

Typing: Minimal

Over shoulder / overhead: Minimal

Walking: Frequent

Pulling: Occasional

Writing: Minimal

Pushing: Occasional

The job duties for this job description include, but are not limited to the requirements specified above. Certain conditions may require temporary duties; however; these duties will be within the scope of physical requirements for this pay grade.

Fellowes Brands - A Family Business Since 1917
For over a century, Fellowes has been committed to positively impacting people through our culture, relationships and solutions. We have evolved toward relevance with each decade and generation, responding to a constantly changing world. Today, we are on an ambitious journey to grow our influence and impact in enhancing and maximizing work experiences worldwide. We are a “Brand on the Move” and remain committed to finding new ways to help people work better and feel better.

Visit our Careers Site: www.fellowesbrands.com/us/en/careers/Pages/overview.aspx

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

The hiring range for this position in Itasca is $18 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors. An annual incentive may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. An overview of our benefits offering is available here: Fellowes Benefits Overview.

Fellowes, Inc. does not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a mutual service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered Fellowes' property, and Fellowes will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting the Talent Acquisition Department.