Machine Minder (2nd Shift)

Machine Operator
This role operates highly automated flexographic, folder, and gluer production lines to manufacture corrugated and packaging products according to customer specifications. You will support machine setups, changeovers, and startups, ensure accurate loading and unloading of materials, and maintain quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
Operate automated Flexo, Folder, and Gluer production lines to produce corrugated and packaging materials according to work orders and customer specifications.
Load and unload machinery with raw materials and boxes, both manually and using automated systems, while following safety procedures.
Follow detailed work orders to set up customer orders, including specific sizes, quantities, and packaging requirements.
Use measurement devices to verify dimensions, counts, and quality, ensuring products meet customer and company standards.
Bundle finished cardboard into stacks of different quantities according to customer orders and stage them for shipping.
Manually load and unload machines as needed to support continuous production and maintain workflow.
Adjust machinery settings such as speed, size, and weights to optimize performance and maintain product quality.
Monitor the performance of automated equipment in a fast-paced environment and respond quickly to issues or jams.
Collaborate with 23 team members on the line, providing support and communication to ensure smooth operations.
Complete required production and quality documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Train on first shift to learn equipment, processes, and safety standards before transitioning to second shift.
Proven machine operating experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Background in corrugated, cartoning, or packaging material machine operation.
Ability to adjust machinery settings, including speed, size, and weights, to maintain quality and efficiency.
Comfort working with automated and fast-paced machinery and adapting to production speed.
Experience with loading and unloading materials and products on production lines.
Ability to follow detailed work orders and customer specifications accurately.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality-focused production.
Capability to perform physical tasks such as stacking, palletizing, bundling, and manual material handling.
Reliable attendance and ability to work 2nd shift (MonFri, 2:00 p.m.10:00 p.m.) after training on 1st shift (6:00 a.m.Prior experience working with corrugated, cartoning, or packaging materials in a production setting.
Strong problem-solving skills to respond quickly to machine or production issues.
Ability to learn new equipment and processes in a highly automated environment.
You will join a highly automated operation that values a laid-back, supportive culture while maintaining a strong focus on quality. You will gain experience with advanced production technology, consistent shift schedules, and a stable manufacturing setting that emphasizes safety, reliability, and long-term growth.
This position works in an extremely automated manufacturing environment operating Flexo, Folder, and Gluer lines for corrugated and packaging products. You will initially train on first shift (6:00 a.m.and then transition to second shift, Monday through Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The culture is very laid back but strongly focused on quality and safe operations. The work is fast paced, with automated machinery running at high speeds, and involves physical tasks such as manual loading, unloading, stacking, palletizing, and bundling. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.
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)
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