Machine Operate Jobs in Alton, IL (NOW HIRING)

$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
$500 at 3 months • $500 at 6 months • $500 at 1 year

Who We Are

Pretium Packaging is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative packaging solutions for a diverse range of industries. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers while ensuring exceptional customer service at every interaction. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products; we also prioritize creating a positive and collaborative work environment that empowers our employees to thrive. By fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, we aim to drive success for our clients and contribute to sustainable practices in the packaging industry.

What We Offer

• Full-Time, Direct Hire Position
• Competitive Salary
• Benefits
• Bonus of $500.00 for 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year of employment!
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative work environment with a diverse team of professionals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• On a daily basis will be responsible for assigned production lines to ensure that product is produced in accordance with established quality and product standards. Must familiarize yourself with the daily production goals so they are achieved for each line assignment.
• Evaluate and discuss the operation of assigned machinery with the Machine Operator from the previous shift. Will operate and adjust production line equipment, in accordance with established production standards as well as perform preventative maintenance and report any problems.
• Machine Operators will perform quality checks on containers to ensure proper specifications are maintained. Document any problems or adjustments made to assigned machinery.
• Check and maintain defined levels of all raw materials used in production on assigned machinery. Keep all assigned machines and area neat and clean of debris.
• Responsible for conducting him/herself in a safe manner and adhering to all required safety protocols and policies.
• Required to wear PPE properly in accordance with company standards.
• Keep the area around your workstation clean and free from dirt and debris; this may include cleaning assigned areas of the building or pieces of equipment as instructed by your Supervisor.
• Follows plant specified job specifications and task lists.
• Must be able to work assigned shifts, including working overtime and attending after hour meetings as needed.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Food Safety Responsibilities

• Monitor and verify activities to ensure that all products coming in and out of the facility meet food safety standards in addition to quality standards.
• Comply with all company food safety and quality assurance procedures and document data correctly at all times.
• Ensure all work product contact surfaces are restored to sanitary condition after any job completion.

• Report any product or process failures that could impact food safety of manufactured product to
  Quality and/or Line/Maintenance Supervision.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience and/or training preferred

• Experience in plastics or packaging industry a plus
• Working knowledge of computer operating systems

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk on concrete. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, bend or twist. The employee is occasionally required to push, pull, and/or move materials.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is typical of most manufacturing environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high level with ear protection required.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to a particular position. This document in no way states or implies that this is as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from, any section of this document as it deems, in its judgment, to be proper.

“Responsible for food safety, food quality and site safety.”