Job Description
Title: Machine Operator
Location: Manteno, IL
Hire Type: Contract to hire
Shift:1st, 2nd, or 3rd
Compensation:$20 per hour
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set: Machine operation, basic mechanical troubleshooting, quality control, basic math skills, ability to read and follow instructions, and adherence to food safety and GMP standards.
Location: Manteno, IL
Hire Type: Contract to hire
Shift:1st, 2nd, or 3rd
Compensation:$20 per hour
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Must have Skill Set: Machine operation, basic mechanical troubleshooting, quality control, basic math skills, ability to read and follow instructions, and adherence to food safety and GMP standards.
Overview:
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring production equipment to ensure efficient operations, consistent product quality, and compliance with food safety standards. This role involves performing routine equipment checks, troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, adjusting machine settings, inspecting finished products, and maintaining accurate production records in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Duties:
- Operate and monitor production machinery to maintain efficient workflow and production output.
- Perform routine equipment checks and minor repairs to help prevent malfunctions and reduce downtime.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and communicate equipment concerns to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
- Conduct quality checks, including verifying seal integrity, code dates, and product specifications.
- Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain product quality and production standards.
- Accurately complete production logs, quality records, and required documentation.
- Follow all workplace safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety regulations.
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and quality control personnel.
- Report potential safety hazards, equipment issues, and product quality concerns promptly.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous machine operation or manufacturing experience preferred.
- Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and the ability to perform routine equipment checks.
- Good mathematical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and complete production documentation accurately.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Completion of GMP and company food safety training required.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures and around loud machinery and equipment alarms.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear, hearing protection, and safety glasses.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Manteno, IL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Website | http://www.sterling-engineering.com |
About Company
Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:
- Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.
- Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.
Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.
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