General Production Worker

Production WorkerNow Hiring!As a Production Worker, you will operate and monitor production processes including mixing, extrusion, polishing, and finishing. You will be responsible for measuring and loading ingredients, running equipment, transferring batches, and ensuring product quality meets specifications.ResponsibilitiesRead and follow manufacturing order instructions to gather, measure, weigh, and document ingredients needed for mixing.Load ingredients, which may weigh up to 50 lbs., into a mixer and blend them based on time specifications.Unload the mixer and transfer the mixed batch to the next process.Process mixed batches through extrusion equipment to create the finished product.Conduct product sensory evaluations to ensure the finished product matches customer specifications throughout the extrusion process.Manage and transfer finished products from extrusion and drying processes using drums, carts, or trays.Apply the 'finishing touch' on products using the panning process by loading finished products into polishing pans and adding liquid ingredients by hand or automation.Essential Skills1+ year of recent manufacturing experience in production.Experience with mixing, extrusion, batching, polishing, and finishing is preferred.Ability to use hand tools such as RF scanners, hand trucks, and sifting screeners.Capacity to lift/move up to 56 lbs. with or without accommodation.Strong English and math skills; ability to read/write and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, manuals, and shipping documents.Willingness to work overtime and occasional Saturdays; reliable, flexible, and a team player.Additional Skills & QualificationsTraining provided for candidates with less experience.Hands-on training and opportunities for promotion from within.Why Work Here?Experience a smaller company feel with a focus on valuing employees. Benefit from hands-on training and opportunities for promotion. This site represents a significant investment in the US, ensuring growth and stability.Work EnvironmentWork shifts include 1st shift from 3:00 am to 1:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, and 2nd shift from 2:00 pm to 12:30 am, Monday through Thursday. Enjoy a tour of the facility before starting and adhere to GMP rules, including wearing a uniform, hair net, beard net, safety shoes, and washing up before entering the floor. Required to sanitize boots and wash and sanitize hands before entering each room. The facility includes 8 production rooms and 4 packaging lines.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.