Processing Crew Member (PCM)- Illinois
About The Position
Continental is hiring a Processing Crew Member to monitor extruding machine operations and move materials and products through work areas. The role involves operating machinery, identifying and addressing malfunctions or defective materials, and performing physically demanding work in a non-climate-controlled environment. Safety procedures and guidelines must always be followed, including wearing hearing protection and steel-toe shoes. Comprehensive training is provided. New hires will likely be placed on a shift that includes evenings and weekends. The starting hourly rate is $27.39, increasing to $28.86 after 6–12 weeks of training. The position is eligible for a quarterly incentive program and shift differentials: $0.20 per hour for evening shifts, $0.40 for overnight shifts, and $1.00 for weekend shifts. Pay depends on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, and market and business considerations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 0–2 years of manufacturing experience.
- Frequent lifting and carrying; the posting describes frequent lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs. and occasional carrying up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent reaching and twisting; occasional climbing stairs or ladders, squatting, and bending.
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment with temperature swings, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise.
- Wear hearing protection and steel-toe shoes.
Responsibilities
- Monitor extruding machine operations and observe lights and gauges to detect malfunctions.
- Press control buttons to activate machinery and equipment.
- Clear jams and remove defective or substandard materials or products.
- Move materials, supplies, components, and finished products between storage and work areas using aids such as racks, hoists, and power trucks.
- Perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery.
- Follow safety procedures and guidelines, including use of required safety wear.
Benefits
- Immediate benefits.
- Robust total rewards package.
- Paid time off.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee discounts, including tire discounts.
- Employer 401(k) match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Future personal and professional growth opportunities.
- Quarterly incentive program and shift differential eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
