MACHINE OPERATOR - Makowski’s Real Sausage Co., Chicago

FULL TIME / LONG TERM OPPORTUNITIES

SHIFT: Days, 6:00 a.m.– 2:30 p.m. (flexible start and end times required)

*SUMMARY

Food Manufacturing Company is actively looking for hard working individuals to work in our manufacturing facility as part of our production team. As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining machinery to ensure the efficient production of goods. We are seeking Machine Operators who can operate, assemble and disassemble machine equipment. A willingness to work as team players, learn new processes and equipment while completing repetitive tasks. Individual will be reporting directly to a Team Lead.

Job Duties:

• Perform pre-operational inspection of all parts and machines
• Assemble and dissemble machines
• Operate machinery/equipment
• Monitor the safe operation of all production machinery
• Load materials onto machines
• Perform routine setup of fixtures, tools and machines according to work instructions
• Perform inspection of parts and machines according to the machine specifications, examine and test assembled units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications
• Maintain necessary pace for a high speed production line
• Complete all required paperwork

Job Requirements:

• Handling of 50 plus pounds
• Stand throughout entire shift
• Produce/Handle product as established from product specifications, delivering product which meets both quality and time standards
• Ability to follow instructions and willingness to learn new skills and work on a variety of projects
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Basic mathematical skills
• Ability to follow product specific instructions and work closely with team members
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment
• Willingness to adapt to changes in production schedule as needed
• Respect your fellow team members

Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma, vocational training and/or on the job training
• Minimum of 1-2 years of food manufacturing and machinery experience
• Experienced with GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices), and lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Union Benefits:

• Insurance Including medical, vision, dental, prescription drugs, and life insurance
• Pension Program
• Vacation
• 1 week (after 1 year of continuous service)
• 2 weeks (after 3 years of continuous service)
• 3 weeks (after 8 years of continuous service)
• 4 weeks (after 18 years of continuous service)
• 5 weeks (after 25 years of continuous service)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid break periods (excludes 30 minute lunch)
• Funeral Leave compensation
• Jury Duty compensation
• Additional PTO (paid time off) will be earned through hours worked
• Referral Bonus- $150 for each referred hire (after successful completion of probationary period)
• On-the-Job Training with opportunities for advancement

The above statements are intended to describe the general requirements and skills needed to perform the position. They are a baseline of requirements and are subject to change based on the Company’s needs. All employees may be required to work as a team and perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed by the company and/or assigned by their supervisor/team leader. Upon successful completion of the probationary period the employee will be eligible to receive paid benefits from UFCW Local 1546 associated with the Company.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Application Question(s):

• Please describe in 1-2 sentences. How is your previous experience relevant to this role? Why are you a good fit for this job?
• What about the role excites you and motivated you to apply? Please describe your interest in working with us.

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60608: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person