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2nd Shift Machine Operator (Manufacturing) – Gel Pack Lines

📍 Streamwood, Illinois, 60107, United States

Manufacturing Pelton Shepherd Industries

Job Description

We’re hiring a Machine Operator to support safe, high-quality, and efficient production on assigned gel pack production lines. This role is responsible for setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintaining performance to PSI-approved standards while supporting customer delivery commitments. What You’ll Do •

Operate, set up, and troubleshoot production lines producing gel packs at standard rates while meeting quality requirements. •

Follow all safety rules and proactively identify and address unsafe conditions/behaviors. •

Complete required preventive maintenance (PMs), report equipment issues, assist with repairs as needed, and thoroughly clean equipment and the production area each shift. •

Provide day-to-day production direction to Packers and Stackers on your line to ensure product is packaged and palletized to quality standards. •

Follow established policies and procedures (SOPs, flowcharts, one-point lessons, downtime escalation policy). •

Accurately complete production and quality reports and other assigned documentation. •

Communicate effectively with the Shift Supervisor/Production Manager regarding safety, equipment, throughput, quality, inventory, and personnel concerns. •

Support a positive, respectful team environment and ensure strong communication during shift changes. What We’re Looking For •

Ability to read, write, and speak English and communicate effectively. •

Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools. (Mechanically inclined is a plus.) •

Prior machine operation and troubleshooting experience preferred. •

Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. •

A positive, dependable attitude and the aptitude to learn quickly. Willing to take feedback, stay engaged, and help the team succeed. •

Reliable and flexible, including willingness to work overtime as needed. •

ERP and paperless production reporting experience is a plus. Education & Experience •

High school diploma or equivalent required. •

Minimum three (3) months experience as a Pelton Shepherd Assistant Machine Operator with demonstrated performance meeting goals and objectives. •

Experience with vertical form fill and seal equipment and/or liquid-filled product production is a plus. Physical Requirements •

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods. •

Ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to clean, inspect, and service machinery. •

Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. Additional Information This role may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management. Interested? Apply today! https://jobs.appone.com/peltonshepherd Compensation details:

22-26 Hourly Wage

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Job Details

Posted Date: March 1, 2026
Job Type: Manufacturing
Location: Streamwood, Illinois, 60107, United States
Company: Pelton Shepherd Industries

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