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Mixer Operator - 3rd Shift

QPS Employment Group
Edwardsville, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/31/2026
Position Title: Mixer Operator

Wage: $21.00 /hour Shift differential

Shift: 3rd, Train on 1st shift

Hours: 11:00pm-7:30am Monday-Friday

QPS Employment Group is hiring a Mixer Operator for a company in Schaumburg, IL. This is a potential to hire opportunity on 3rd shift.

Mixer Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Mix batches of printing ink according to supervisor instructions and production requirements
- Provide batch samples to Quality Control (QC) for testing and make adjustments as directed
- Monitor and record batch temperatures as needed
- Transport completed batches to designated mill staging areas
- Properly dispose of used solvent and notify the supervisor when completed
- Label solvent tubs used for mixer cleaning as "Flammable" and ensure they remain properly grounded
- Perform routine mixer maintenance, including lubrication, and report mechanical issues to the supervisor
- Change mixer blades as needed
- Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including dust masks, gloves, aprons, and safety glasses
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area

Mixer Operator Requirements:
- At least 3 months of related work experience
- Basic math and computer skills
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to work the assigned 3rd shift schedule and overtime as needed
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Willingness to learn mill machine operation and participate in TPM activities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous mixing, milling, or pump filter experience preferred
- Experience in the printing ink industry preferred
- Forklift experience; training may be available for candidates without experience
- Experience with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and equipment upkeep preferred

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!

Why Work with QPS?
- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
- Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process

Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee.

Please note that QPS Employment Group may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

 

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