Machine Operator

Veritiv • Sycamore, IL

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About The Position

The Machine Operator safely and efficiently operates and sets up machinery to meet customer specifications, quality requirements, and deadlines. The role provides technical and labor support across production areas as needed and ensures finished products are ready for shipment. Work takes place in a production environment using standard equipment, with exposure to loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles. The position requires walking and standing while operating machinery and the ability to handle materials weighing from a few ounces up to 150 pounds, with assistance when needed; pallet jacks or forklifts may be used for skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds if certified.

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 talk, hear, and see as required to perform the job.
• Ability to walk and stand while operating a machine.
• Ability to lift, twist, push, pull, and carry items weighing 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 machines according to customer specifications and quality requirements, meeting deadlines and following safety policies and regulations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and other repairs as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement by identifying ways to improve systems and reduce process costs.
• Read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, job tickets, procedure manuals, and related written, oral, diagram, or schedule information to run machine jobs.
• Work with other departments to ensure jobs are produced and shipped correctly.
• Assist in other departments and work on special projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health savings account
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Training opportunities
• Professional development programs
• Career pathing
• Mentorship opportunities
• Employee Resource Groups
• Recognition platform

What This Job Offers

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