AI summary
Entry-level Machine Operator I supporting a Machine Operator II to run and set up coating equipment, mix/pump adhesive solutions, and monitor production quality on 1st shift (6:00 AM–6:00 PM). Jessup Manufacturing Company is a manufacturing/production environment in Lake Bluff, IL. Standout perk: set daytime shift schedule listed.
Key skills
Coating equipment operation and setupFaustel machine operationReading work orders and product specificationsMixing chemical/adhesive solutions to specificationQuality inspection and defect identificationLabeling/lot and work order traceabilitySafety practices in production environmentsMaterial handling of heavy rolls/vatsForklift loading/positioning (mentioned in duties)
Salary not listed — comparable entry-level machine operator roles in Lake County, IL typically pay about $18–$24/hour depending on shift and experience.
You'll thrive here if you’re safety-minded, detail-oriented about specs and quality, and comfortable with physically demanding material-handling work in a production setting.
Why apply
- Day shift schedule listed
- Entry-level production opportunity
- Hands-on machine and coating work
Title
Machine Operator 1
jOB #
JD-012
Date
February 09, 2018
FLSA
Non-Exempt
LOCATION
Lake Bluff
REPORTS TO
Production Manager
ROLE
Assists Machine Operator II in the operation and set up of coating equipment to produce high quality products on schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews work orders, product specifications and special instructions to ensure thorough understanding of production requirements. Asks for clarification if needed
- Assists in loading and set up of machines in accordance with instructions
- Follows specifications to mix chemical/adhesive solution specified in work order, and safely pumps solution into machine
- Monitors production process closely in order to quickly identify any quality issues. Stops production run immediately if problems are detected, and alerts Team Lead and/or Production Manager
- The ability to identify defects
- Knows how to operate the Faustel competently. Assists in operating additional machines as needed
- Follows all instructions given by Team Lead and/or Production Manager and asks questions when necessary
- Identifies all finished products with accurate part number, work order number, lot number, and any other information required to effectively identify the product
- Identifies equipment problems and informs maintenance and/or Team Lead.
- Makes suggestions to improve quality, efficiency, safety, or communication
- Verifies that the final product produced meets quality standards and product specifications
- Follows all safety practices and immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions. Maintains a clean and orderly work area
- Performs other duties as assigned by department supervisor
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Entry level position
SKILLS
- Ability to read all product specifications, understand verbal work instructions, and accurately and neatly record required data.
- Ability to propel and control the movement of heavy chemical vats (100s of lbs) on wheeled pallets across warehouse and production floor and up and down slight ramps.
- Must be able to push, pull, or make other movements to convey large multi-ton rolls of material from warehouse shelves, onto fork lift, and into correct position on machine. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs of weight