Extrusion Machine Operator

Amcor • Mundelein, IL

7d • $22 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Amcor is hiring an Extrusion Machine Operator for its Mundelein, Illinois manufacturing facility. This hands-on production role involves setting up, operating, and supporting extrusion machines to meet production standards. The role is suited to candidates with machine-operation experience or strong mechanical aptitude. The schedule is a 2-2-3 rotation with 12-hour shifts, either 6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–6:00 AM, and availability to work weekends and holidays is required. Pay is $22–$27 per hour based on experience, with an additional $1.00 per hour night-shift premium. The posting also mentions a $1,000 referral bonus.

The operator performs and documents quality checks, troubleshoots basic equipment issues, records production data, maintains clean work areas, and assists with machine maintenance. Work takes place in a fast-paced, safety-focused manufacturing environment producing packaging.

Amcor describes its values as championing customers, adapting and making smart choices, safeguarding people and communities, and investing in its workforce. The company states that safety is its guiding principle and that it aims to provide innovative and responsible packaging solutions.

Requirements

• Experience in machine operation, manufacturing, production, packaging, printing, or web handling.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Reliable attendance, a safety focus, and teamwork skills.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Accurate measurement skills.
• Basic metric conversion knowledge.
• Forklift or hand jack experience.
• Experience helping train or guide team members.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run extrusion machines to meet production standards.
• Perform quality checks and document results.
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
• Record production data and maintain clean work areas.
• Assist with machine maintenance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage starting day one.
• Disability and life insurance starting day one.
• 401(k) dollar-for-dollar match up to 8%.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement, subject to approval.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Wellbeing programs and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage, AD&D, and voluntary benefits.
• Discretionary bonus program, with initial eligibility dependent upon hire date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed