Job Information
Pactiv Evergreen Production Associate in Manteno, Illinois
Overview
PRODUCTION MACHINE OPERATORS-Manteno, Il
Do you have experience with basic manufacturing principles (Will be standing for long periods, fast-paced movement, read a tape measure, basic computer and math skills) We can train you on the rest!
If so, WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!!!
Hiring Immediately!
Shifts: Monday thru Friday
1st Shift: 6:45 am to 3:15 pm
2nd Shift: 2:45 pm to 11:45pm * $1.50 shift differential
Pay Rate: $20.30 an hour
Paid Weekly
Comprehensive Compensation Package:
Eligible for annual & skill-based wage increases
Add EXTRA money to your paycheck by referring friends and family
Eligible for monthly bonus based upon plant productivity*
Benefits
Eligible for benefits first of the month following hire date
Multiple medical and prescription drug coverage options
Choice of an Employer-Funded Health Care Account (HCA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
Integrated healthcare programs – telemedicine, chronic condition, weight management and msk health
Multiple dental and vision plan coverage options
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Healthcare, dependent care
Company provided life and accidental death, short and long-term disability programs
Supplemental life, accidental death, and disability buy-up options
Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
Employee well-being reward program
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Child and family care support program
Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement program
Employee discount program
401(K) with 6% company match (Eligible to participate from day one (1) with 100% vesting in all company provided money immediately)
Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.
Responsibilities
JOB DUTIES:
As a Machine Operator you will be responsible for the safe, controlled start-up and operation of repelletization machinery to convert flake into pellets.
Operate hydraulic jack or walkie to move articles to and from the repel area.
Removal of packaging material from gaylords of flake.
Inspect flake for quality and the presence of any contamination which will affect product quality or operation of the repel lines.
Inspect final product for defect
Legibly record information from raw material on appropriate paperwork to ensure accuracy of all production reports.
Load flake into repel hopper in a timely manner to ensure machine run time.
Lifting of empty gaylords and pallets into neat organized stacks.
Maintain repel area in a neat organized manner (5S). This may require the use of approved Tiger Vac, broom, shovel, and other cleaning supplies as needed.
Develop a good working knowledge of the equipment, controls, safety features, and operating procedures of all repel lines to ensure safe operation. This includes but is not limited to: Ability to monitor vital functions of repel lines; Perform a screen change on a repel line; Perform a controlled shut down; Perform an emergency shut down; Ability to monitor product.
Perform required Lockout/Tagout Procedures
Perform required preventative maintenance tasks
Assist with line maintenance when possible.
Call help chain when required
Other tasks as assigned by management.
Follows all Plant Safety Policies & Procedures
Participate in safety programs
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or GED
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This position requires the ability to be able to stand and walk for more than 2/3 of the time, the ability to talk and hear for up to 2/3 of the time, the ability to use hands, handle or feel, climb and balance, reach with hands and arms more than 2/3 of the time, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, smell for up to 2/3 of the time.
This position requires the ability to be able to lift up to 50 pounds more than 2/3 of the time.
This position requires regular and reliable attendance and punctuality.
This position requires PPE to be worn based on the task being performed.
This position requires the ability to work near moving mechanical parts for more then 2/3 of the time.
This position requires the ability to work in loud noise level areas, wearing required proper hearing protection
This position requires the ability to work in high, precarious places, in extreme hot (non-weather) and around fumes or airborne particles for more than 2/3 of the time.
This position requires the following vision abilities:
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)
Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
This position requires frequent exposure to plant environment including extreme temperatures, dust and high noise levels. Eye and hearing protection, along with any other PPE required based on the task at hand, are required in the plant.
Pactiv Evergreen Inc.
Pactiv Evergreen is one of the largest manufacturers of fresh food & beverage packaging in North America, with market leading positions across a broad range of products. We bring our Purpose of Packaging a Better Future to life by producing and distributing high-quality products – many made with recyclable or renewable materials – to food and beverage manufacturers, packers and processors, supermarkets, restaurants, foodservice outlets and other institutions. To learn more, please visit our website at pactivevergreen.com.
50 miles south of Chicago and close to the Indiana boarder, Manteno is a village in Kankakee County, Illinois. The population was 9,204 at the 2010 census, up from 6,414 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Kankakee-Bourbonnais-Bradley Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Built in 1988, this owned site sits on 13+ acres, manufactures OPS, HIPS & MFPP sheet, and has approximately 85 employees working.
Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.
Pactiv Evergreen is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
Make sure to fill out an application!Direct Apply: https://pactivevergreen.com/EN/PE/Careers
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.
*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law
Pactiv Evergreen employees are subject to post-hire drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company policies
Job Locations US-IL-Manteno
ID 2024-26370
Category Operations
Position Type Full Time
Pay Type Hourly