Thermoforming Operator

ABX Innovative Packaging Solutions is a leading manufacturer of flexible packaging providing critical applications in healthcare, personal care, and food products. Our growing company is seeking a Thermoforming Operator for both 1st shift (6AM-6PM) and 2nd shift (6PM-6AM) in the Schaumburg, IL location.

At ABX we offer:

• $1000 hiring bonus for new hires
• Excellent training programs and growth opportunities
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture
• Fun and challenging work that makes a difference
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flex Pay
• Standard Monday-Thursday schedule, with Fridays as needed.
• Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, 401k with match, quarterly bonus opportunity, and much more

Responsibilities:

• Correctly setup and operate Thermoforming machine
• Check operating conditions of all machines to ensure quality, production, and safe operation of equipment
• Meet all product quality, safety, and production standards
• Ensure Thermoforming machine is running at maximum output
• Ensure equipment is being operated safely
• Understand and complete shift reports, production forms, process conditions, pounds of production and waste, etc.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor or Lead immediately
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follow prescribed safety instructions
• Participate in ongoing Continuous Improvement and Focus improvement processes
• Able to understand and carry out detailed written and verbal instructions
• Perform miscellaneous duties as required by supervision

Qualifications:

• Good working knowledge of Thermoformer or any other equipment related to the department
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide when working with set production figures
• Must be able to read standard and metric measuring tape
• Must be able to weigh in pounds and ounces
• Must have high level of mechanical skills to troubleshoot machine
• Minimum of 3-years working in manufacturing environment
• Ability to Troubleshoot problems to eliminate defects t
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details.
• Must be able to drive forklift truck to move material and pallets- or have willingness to learn

Hourly Rate: $18.00-$24.00, depending on experience