Manufacturing Floor Associate – Material Handling & Packaging

Do you like staying active, learning how machines run, and seeing the results of your work each shift? Are you dependable, safety-focused, and ready to grow into an Operator role? If so, this opportunity in Des Plaines could be the right fit.

Here’s the deal

• Pay: $19.52/hour + $0.26/hour shift differential
• Schedule: Hourly Full-Time, 3rd Shift — 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (plan for 8–12-hour shifts)
• Address: 100 E. Oakton St, Des Plaines, IL 60018

What you’ll tackle

• Partner with Machine Operators to keep equipment running smoothly
• Follow work orders/machine instructions and complete quality checks
• Keep machines and aisles clean; handle routine housekeeping tasks
• Help track and reduce scrap and waste to meet production goals
• Work safely at all times and maintain excellent attendance

What you already bring

• Understanding of safe work practices
• Comfort with basic math and measuring (tape measure proficiency)
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to read and understand work orders
• Team mindset; you like winning together
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus

Experience that helps

• Heavy material handling background
• Forklift license
• Packaging experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Exposure to a manufacturing environment

How you’ll grow

From day one you’ll receive hands-on training and ongoing learning designed to help you become a qualified Machine Operator.

If variety, physical work, and learning new skills sound exciting, apply now.