Manufacturing Operator

💰 $3,200 - $5,120 (Est.) 📍 Kankakee

Job Description

Qualifications
– Able to work a flexible schedule and overtime when needed
– Able to read, write, and communicate effectively
– Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to following safety protocols
– Capable of working in a team environment
– Ability to work in a hot environment
Benefits
– Pay Rate: starting at $1+.00, raises when hired on
– Growth and development opportunities within the company
– Training and support to enhance your skills and knowledge
Responsibilities
As a Manufacturing Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes
You will be responsible for following safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and performing quality control checks
This is a full-time position with the opportunity to start on the 1st shift and then transition to the 3rd shift
– Shift: 1st shift initially (6am-230p), then transition to 3rd shift (10p-630a)
– Follow and observe all safety rules, good manufacturing practices, company rules, and daily instructions from supervision
– Keep all air hoses, ladders, tools, and other equipment off the floor and stored in the appropriate place
– Check all systems regularly to ensure smooth operation and address any blockages
Inspect and clean cyclones and bag filters hourly
– Check all process magnets once per 8-hour shift, log the check, and clean any accumulations
Report any unusual findings to the Supervisor
– Assist the Assistant Operator as needed and report any mechanical or flow problems to the Special Products Supervisor
– Write work orders in the Maintenance work order program for any equipment needing repair
– Complete all daily paperwork on time
– Hang new spouting and fix leaks in old spouting
– Troubleshoot motors and machinery
– Willingness to learn and revise the most current SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)
– Communicate with production personnel about equipment issues
– Take primary responsibility for buildings and adjacent equipment for Buildings 8 and 8B
Provide assistance in other areas as needed or directed by supervision
– Provide product samples and make quality adjustments in response to results reported by the Quality Control Lab
– Clean up the site after job completion to ensure no contamination of the company’s corn products
– Report any infestation and/or contamination to maintain the quality of our products
– Report all accidents and near misses to contribute to a safer work environment at [Company Name]
– Perform safety and sanitation audits with the supervisor as required
– Exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment
Job description
Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Manufacturing Operator to join our Kankakee team. As a Manufacturing Operator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for following safety protocols, maintaining equipment, and performing quality control checks. This is a full-time position with the opportunity to start on the 1st shift and then transition to the 3rd shift. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a team environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Specifications:

– Job Type: Full-time

– Location: Kankakee

– Pay Rate: starting at $1+.00, raises when hired on

– Shift: 1st shift initially (6am-230p), then transition to 3rd shift (10p-630a)

Roles and Responsibilities:

– Follow and observe all safety rules, good manufacturing practices, company rules, and daily instructions from supervision.

– Keep all air hoses, ladders, tools, and other equipment off the floor and stored in the appropriate place.

– Check all systems regularly to ensure smooth operation and address any blockages. Inspect and clean cyclones and bag filters hourly.

– Check all process magnets once per 8-hour shift, log the check, and clean any accumulations. Report any unusual findings to the Supervisor.

– Assist the Assistant Operator as needed and report any mechanical or flow problems to the Special Products Supervisor.

– Write work orders in the Maintenance work order program for any equipment needing repair.

– Complete all daily paperwork on time.

– Hang new spouting and fix leaks in old spouting.

– Troubleshoot motors and machinery.

– Willingness to learn and revise the most current SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).

– Communicate with production personnel about equipment issues.

– Take primary responsibility for buildings and adjacent equipment for Buildings 8 and 8B. Provide assistance in other areas as needed or directed by supervision.

– Provide product samples and make quality adjustments in response to results reported by the Quality Control Lab.

– Clean up the site after job completion to ensure no contamination of the company’s corn products.

– Report any infestation and/or contamination to maintain the quality of our products.

– Report all accidents and near misses to contribute to a safer work environment at [Company Name].

– Perform safety and sanitation audits with the supervisor as required.

Qualifications & Skills:

– Able to work a flexible schedule and overtime when needed.

– Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.

– Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to following safety protocols.

– Capable of working in a team environment.

– Ability to work in a hot environment.

Opportunities:

– Growth and development opportunities within the company.

– Training and support to enhance your skills and knowledge.

– Exposure to a dynamic and fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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💡 Quick Summary

Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Manufacturing Operator position is now open for candidates interested in the Manufacturing Jobs sector. This role in Kankakee offers a professional environment and growth potential.

Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Manufacturing Jobs is a plus.

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Job Details

Company Name: Kelly Services

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