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Converting-General Laborer

Job in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listing for: YORK CONTAINER COMPANY MIDWEST
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-09
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 - 24 USD Hourly USD 20.00 24.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Details

Job Location:

York MW (IL) - Elgin, IL 60124
Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Title:

Converting-General Labor

Job

Reports To:

Converting Supervisor

Exempt or Non-Exempt:
Non-Exempt

Core Purpose

Always Meet Customers’ Expectations

Core Values
  • Exceptional Customer Experiences... always
  • Work as One Team
  • Our people are our Family
  • Your word is your Bond
  • Think and act as an Owner
  • Environmental Leadership
Job Summary

Assist the operator and assistant in the setup and running of machine, with a focus on time saving practices to limit downtime and setup times. Ensure a quality product is being released to our customers

Essential Job Functions
  • Must possess sense of urgency in fast-paced environment, while working safely
  • Limit scrap waste,
  • Deliver scrap waste to proper dept when scrap truck is full, and accurately tag for waste reporting
  • Collect top and bottom sheets (dunnage) to expedite converting process
  • Pack products for shipment as specified for individual orders
  • Learn and practice good lock out/ tag out procedures
  • Follow reporting processes for accurate completion of production paperwork and CTI/HRMS
  • Hang print plates, mount die boards and handle ink
  • Read and understand production order copy for every production run, and assist operator in ensuring quality (includes basic corrugated terminology)
  • Understand machine mechanical functionality, and conduct in depth cleaning of press when scheduled
Other Functions
  • Run press in case of operator unavailability
  • Work overtime as production needs require

In addition to the functions listed above, the employee is expected to: exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, maintain an acceptable appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, dependability, reliability, self sufficiency, communicate effectively with co-workers. Furthermore, to work with accuracy, efficiency and attention to detail, maintain good attendance by working when and where directed, work safely in compliance with all safety policies, respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible.

The employee is also expected to perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma/GED preferred
  • A minimum of 2 years’ corrugated experience or related manufacturing industry preferred
  • Ability to proficiently use hand tools, small power tools, computerized set up process relating to assigned equipment.
  • Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot problems independently and as a team.
  • Ability to keep assigned equipment and related tooling maintained and organized.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Basic math and measurement skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Must be able to read supplied order sheets.
  • Demonstration of minimum proficiency with the English language in order to ensure effective new hire training and on-going communications about safety and quality issues.
Machines/Tools/Equipment

Tape measurer, computers (for reporting purposes), print and cutting dies, machine related devices (both computerized and manual mechanical devices), box cutters, and substrate (corrugated stock)

Safety

Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training. Some machine centers REQUIRE Hand and Arm Protection to increase safety and minimize the opportunity for contamination. Company issued gloves and sleeves will be issued if determined necessary

Working Conditions

Manufacturing environment - not temperature controlled - hot in summer and cold in winter (will need to dress appropriately). No jewelry or baggy clothes due to safety. YCC is a hearing protected facility, and ear protection (PPE’s) is required at all times when in the plant.

Benefits
  • 401(k) + matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance - PPO and HDHP plans available
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation/PTO
  • 9 Paid Holidays
Pay

$20.00 per hour

Schedule
  • 2nd Shift-Standard Shift (2pm to…
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