Production Associate - 2nd Shift

About the role

This is an entry-level position that assists operators engaged in processing materials.

Responsibilities

• Assists operators at the coil loading and packaging ends of the line and as needed.
• Build pallets and shipping containers using hand and power tools.
• Band and palletize metal coils and/or metal sheets, placing tags/labels on finished products.
• Perform quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and weights are adhered to using the proper tools.
• Detects and reports faulty operations or defective materials.
• Moves or carries parts, equipment, or materials.
• Read and understand production orders.
• Wraps and unwraps materials.
• Housekeeping of work areas.
• Operates a sit-down forklift.
• Achieves production goals while complying with all safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (training and certification provided regardless of previous experience).
• Ability to read documents and interpret facts and draw conclusions.
• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing.
• Good communication, organization, and time management skills.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Working Conditions

Production facility where the ambient temperature may fluctuate, and the noise levels may be increased. Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting or Carrying:
  • 1-10 lbs: Occasionally (0-30%)
  • 11-20 lbs: Frequently (31-60%)
  • 21-40 lbs: Frequently (31-60%)
  • 41-50 lbs: Occasionally (0-30%)
• Pushing or Pulling:
  • 1-40 lbs: Frequently (31-60%)
  • 41-50 lbs: Occasionally (0-30%)
• Bending or stooping: Frequently (31-60%)
• Reaching above shoulder level: Occasionally (0-30%)
• Driving automatic equipment/vehicles: Frequently (31-60%)
• Operate machinery or power tools: Frequently (31-60%)
• Climbing (ladders, stairs, etc.): Occasionally (0-30%)
• Walking: Continuously (61-100%)
• Standing: Continuously (61-100%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (0-30%)
• Working in extreme temperatures: Occasionally (0-30%)
• Repetitive motion (including wrists, hands, and/or fingers): Continuously (61-100%)
• Vision: Continuously (61-100%)
• Hearing: Continuously (61-100%)
• Dexterity: Continuously (61-100%)
• Hand-eye coordination: Continuously (61-100%)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Steel or composite toe boots, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves and arm guards, and hearing protection are regularly required for this position.

Pay

An hourly rate of $22.77, plus a sign-on bonus of $1,500 paid in three increments:

• $500 paid approximately 90 days following hire date
• $500 paid approximately 180 days following hire date
• $500 paid approximately 270 days following hire date

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day 1 of employment.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401k contribution with company match.
• 11 company-paid holidays per calendar year.
• Vacation days: Total number granted depends on years of professional experience (first year prorated based on month of hire).
• Sick days: At least 5 sick days per calendar year (allotment or accrual may vary by locality).
• Two weeks paid parental leave at 100% base compensation, upon approval.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits, 100% employer-funded.
• Tuition reimbursement available after 6 months of full-time employment, covering up to 100% of tuition (including 18 credit hours, costs, and eligible associated fees per calendar year).

Location: 1005 Tonne Road, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007.