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Packaging Operator - Night Shift

Job in Illinois City, Rock Island County, Illinois, 61259, USA
Listing for: Mars, Incorporated
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-31
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Packaging Engineer, Manufacturing Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19.84 - 27.28 USD Hourly USD 19.84 27.28 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Packaging Operator - Night Shift ONLY
Location: Illinois City

Job Description Key Responsibilities

  • Performs all of the following duties on a 4x7 rotational basis working 12 hour shifts in the packaging area of the plant:
    • Line operation - run to schedule, do changeovers, troubleshoot lines.
    • Maintain smooth operation of palletizer.
    • Perform required quality checks and reporting.
    • Monitor product flow to line.
    • Meet cut-off and tonnes requirements.
    • Enter work orders into the MIS system as needed and support maintenance on calls.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity.
  • Will actively address food safety and quality concerns.
  • Improve operations through individual and group problem solving and provide leadership in solving problems on the floor and in meetings.
  • Promote high quality team environment through effective teamwork and self‑management with a positive attitude.
  • Hours of work

    6pm - 6:30am

    Shifts

    12 hour 2/2/3 schedule

    Context and Scope
    • Ability and willingness to develop and manage self, demonstrate self‑directed workgroup leadership and contribute to efficiency, quality, and cost optimization with minimal supervision.
    • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
    • Ability to work rotating shifts under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high and/or confined spaces and have full mobility with ability to climb ladders and stairs.
    Job Specifications/Qualifications Education & Professional Qualifications

    High School diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years’ experience (manufacturing environment preferred).

    Knowledge / Experience

    Good basic math, reading, and writing skills. Good mechanical aptitude. Basic knowledge of personal computers. Good problem‑solving skills. Good housekeeping skills and knowledge of GMP's.

    Patricipate in site JTM's, Lean Teams, and focus groups as appropriate. Train other area associates in operation of lines. Ability to cover vacations for other packaging associates in this role.

    Compensation

    The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between USD 19.84 - USD 27.28 per hour for IL. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits.

    Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

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