Pouch Machine Operator- Level 1

Compensation: $21/hr - $25/hr + $3.00/hr shift differential for 7pm - 7am shift

Location: Northlake, IL

About the Role

As a Pouch Machine Operator - Level 1, you will visually inspect, remove, and pack bags systematically into boxes to maximize safety, quality, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Responsibilities

• Perform all work safely in accordance with personal and product safety rules.
• Inspect product for visual defects and complete inspection reports periodically.
• Remove product from the machine and discard defective products, including scrapping bags.
• Pack all good products in the designated manner, using pack assist and auto pack equipment.
• Close boxes and mini bins, implementing correct aseptic procedures.
• Read product specifications to correctly pack bags.
• Complete hour-by-hour charts, Kaizen newspapers, and other Lean documentation.
• Operate bag-making auxiliary equipment, including the Tap Applicator, Bag Separator, On-line combiner, and Manual Hose Applicator.
• Report recurring defects or deficiencies with the product and/or machine to appropriate personnel or shift management immediately.
• Work cooperatively to keep the machine stocked with fitments to increase safety, quality, and OEE.
• Assist the department in various capacities if the machine is down.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area according to 5S principles (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain).
• Inspect materials, products, and containers at each step of the packaging process.
• Train employees at all level 1 tasks.
• Participate in setups by removing spouts and dip strips from the ABM and staging boxes.

Requirements

• Must possess a 2-year technical college certificate or be pursuing certification in a manufacturing-related field, or have equivalent work experience.
• Ability to work all shifts and perform overtime.
• Must be able to move and/or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to calculate mean, median, and mode, and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) to quality processes.
• Ability to follow instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Virtual Client for daily activities.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and apply technical material, including print specifications.

Benefits

• Day 1 eligibility for healthcare and life insurance for you and qualified dependents.
• 401K retirement matching reimbursement.
• Vacation and Paid Sick Leave (PSL).
• Paid holidays.
• Additional benefits available.

About SIG

SIG is a leading provider of packaging systems and solutions, partnering with customers to bring food products to consumers worldwide in a safe, sustainable, and affordable way. We are the only packaging system supplier covering carton, pouch, and bag-in-box. Sustainability guides us, technology empowers us, and the passion of our people drives us to deliver better. Founded in 1853, SIG is headquartered in Neuhausen, Switzerland, and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange.