What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at Mural Industrial?
Production Associate - 3rd Shift | West Chicago, Illinois
Entry Level | Forklift License Required | Competitive Hourly Rate
**Overview **
Mural is partnering with a global specialty chemical and materials manufacturer to fill a Production Associate opening on 3rd shift at their West Chicago, Illinois facility. Our client makes polymer colorants and specialty additive materials used in automotive, packaging, appliance, and consumer product manufacturing. This is an entry-level production role with a clear path to grow within the operation.
What you will be doing
This role supports the production floor by keeping materials flowing and equipment running throughout the shift. Primary responsibilities include:
Retrieve correct batch documentation and ensure ingredients are properly staged in the work area
Weigh out ingredients to recipe specifications as required
Set up and operate weigh-up and packaging machinery following safety and operating procedures
Process, package, and skid finished material to correct size and container per customer specifications
Support Production Operators with materials and supplies to keep equipment running efficiently
Perform machine cleaning and maintain housekeeping standards
Complete required paperwork and production documentation accurately
Report any issues or concerns to your supervisor or lead promptly
Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and work regulations throughout the shift
What we are looking for
High school diploma or GED
1 year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial operations environment
Active forklift license required
Physically able to lift and move up to 55 pounds regularly; occasional handling up to 250 pounds
Comfortable working in an industrial environment with dust, chemical exposure, and required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed shoes, and area-specific protective equipment)
Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to follow written procedures and recipe specifications
Available for 3rd shift
What to expect
3rd shift position at a West Chicago, IL facility (625 Wegner Dr)
Entry-level opportunity with room to advance to Production Operator
Industrial environment - PPE is provided based on work area requirements
Stable, global employer with a strong presence in specialty materials manufacturing