Production Opportunities (Material Handler & Press Utility)

About the Role

Winpak Heat Seal is seeking motivated, safety-focused individuals to join our manufacturing team in Pekin, Illinois. We are hiring for Die Cut Utility/Material Handler and Printing Press Utility positions. These hands-on roles are ideal for those who enjoy working with equipment, maintaining production efficiency, and contributing to a team that creates innovative packaging solutions.

Available Opportunities

• Die Cut Utility / Material Handler - Starting Wage: $19.66/hour
• Printing Press Utility - Starting Wage: $21.47/hour

Responsibilities

Depending on the position, your duties may include:

• Supporting machine operators and ensuring efficient production.
• Staging and moving raw materials, printed stock, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Assisting with roll changes, press setup, and installation of production components.
• Operating forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Packaging, palletizing, labeling, weighing, and moving finished products.
• Cleaning and maintaining production equipment and work areas.
• Handling scrap and recycling materials according to plant procedures.
• Following job specifications, material codes, and production requirements.
• Using computer systems to locate and stage materials.
• Adhering to safety, quality, GMP, and food safety requirements.
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Communicating with operators, supervisors, and team members to ensure safe and efficient production.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working around production equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, work instructions, and cleaning protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk for extended periods, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Willingness to wear required PPE.
• Open availability to work any assigned shift or schedule, including weekends and overtime, based on business needs.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing, production, or machine operation.
• Printing, press operations, or assembly.
• Warehouse, distribution, or material handling.
• Maintenance, mechanical, or skilled trades.
• Automotive or industrial environments.
• Construction or equipment operation.
• Food production, commercial kitchen, or food processing.
• Quality inspection or quality control.

Why Winpak?

Winpak offers a supportive environment where you can build a stable manufacturing career, learn new skills, and grow with a global packaging leader. We value the right attitude, work ethic, safety mindset, and willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with increases every six months as you progress toward the top rate.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Top-tier medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Generous retirement savings plan with a highly competitive company match.
• Paid time away from work.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Employee and family assistance program, including short-term counseling, wellbeing coaching, and financial and legal consultation services.
• Company-paid disability coverage.
• Company-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Optional additional life insurance.

About Winpak

Winpak is a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions serving industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. Our vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and the planet. Inclusion is one of our core values, and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated. Winpak is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.