Machine Operator

Veritiv Corporation • Sycamore, IL

3d • $20 - $22

About The Position

The Machine Operator safely and efficiently operates machinery and works across a variety of positions to provide technical and labor support to production areas as needed. The role ensures that products are ready for shipment in accordance with quality and customer specifications. Work takes place in a production environment using standard equipment, with exposure to loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of related job experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle a variety of concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to work independently and with a crew or team.
• Ability to walk and stand while operating machinery.
• Ability to lift, twist, push, pull, and carry items weighing from a few ounces up to 150 pounds, with assistance when needed.
• Ability to use pallet jacks or forklifts for skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds, if certified.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machinery for each job according to customer specifications and quality requirements, meet internal and external deadlines, and follow safety policies and regulations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Participate in the Company's continuous improvement process by identifying ways to improve systems and reduce process costs.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, job tickets, procedure manuals, and other written, oral, diagram, or schedule-form information needed to run machine jobs.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure jobs are produced and shipped correctly.
• Assist other departments and work on special projects as needed, along with other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a health savings account.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Employee-led Employee Resource Groups and the Veritiv Cultural Alliance.
• Recognition platform.
• Other fringe benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED