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Machine Operator - 12 Hour Shift

Mauser Packaging Solutions
Addison, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026 CLOSED ON 6/5/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator - 12 Hour Shift position at Mauser Packaging Solutions?

Job Description

Support plant production needs for daily operation, changeovers, and outbound shipments. Primarily responsible for assisting in packaging of product of internal and external use, and assisting in changeover with other production teammates.

The hourly rate is $22.65.

Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

Responsibilities

  • Operate all manufacturing equipment efficiently and safely
  • Safely operate the machine to properly produce product and follow proper procedures for packaging to external customers
  • Remove or shift materials and/or finished products to facilitate proper flow
  • Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within required time
  • Maintains good housekeeping and clean work areas in assigned space
  • Responsible for safety and quality throughout production
  • Clean equipment and area before, during, and after shift
  • Maintain clean work area through good housekeeping practices
  • Follow proper sorting and restacking instructions given by the quality department
  • Assist in changeovers when called up by supervisor or front-end operators
  • Performs other duties as required by Supervisor or Manager

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Experience working in a Manufacturing Environment
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Understand plant safety guidelines and pass all required safety training
  • Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
  • Troubleshoot problems and report issues
  • Must work well in a team environment

Physical Requirements

  • Plant facility runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week consistently, excluding designated holidays or prearranged shut down.
  • Line production is constant flow approximately 35 to 39 drums an hour.
  • Ability to be on feet consistently 8 hours up to a 12 hours per scheduled shift
  • Walking during this standing time in work cell, continuous rotation between mold machine, tester machine, cutter machine and grinder machine.
  • Repetitive turning & twisting during the leak testing steps of production.
  • Reaching above shoulders, hand and wrist repetitive simple grasping to pick up drum, flip drum to put it on the cutter machine, and drum lid assembly.
  • Usage of lid assembly closure bar and cutting knife to complete drum manufacturing process.
  • Shifts can be scheduled 5 days consecutive Monday to Friday or alternating 2-week rotation any of the production working days.
  • Use of hands and fingers to perform job function
  • Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and climb, minimal, only as needed.
  • Ability to lift as needed up to 35lbs during scheduled shift
  • Ability to lift consistently up to 20lbs for full shift to move drum through and complete manufacturing process.
  • The work environment is inside, however not temperature controlled. Exposed to both heat and cold depending on the daily weather conditions outside, and plastic mold machine station working at.

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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