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Assistant Machine Operator

Job in Rock Island, Rock Island County, Illinois, 61202, USA
Listing for: Liberty Packaging - Illinois
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17.5 USD Hourly USD 17.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Assistant Machine Operator I

Description

As an Assistant

Machine Operator Iwith Liberty Packaging, you will contribute to the growth of our business by being a key player in safely producing quality corrugated products for our customers. You will work within a small group as an assistant operator; in this role, you will support machine operators to maximize machine efficiency by assisting with setting up orders correctly, performing quality checks, stacking orders, and communicating issues.

In some locations, the Assistant Machine Operator I roles are also occasionally asked toassist in operating finishing machines / tasks (gluers, stitchers, slitter, and saw machine operation).

This full-time position reports directly to aProduction Supervisor and is locatedatour Rock Island, IL manufacturing facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supportmachineoperationbyassisting with the setup ofordersaccordingto customer specifications,following order readinessprocessofefficientlypreparingtheright toolsto complete thejob.
  • Assistmachineoperators during quality checksbyinspectinga first article, and articles throughout the orderto identify issues,ensuring quality product,along withmonitoringequipment and raw materials.
  • Support the operator in monitoringproductionmetricstoaccuratelytrackprogressof production rates, quality, maintenance needs,and downtime.
  • Proactively communicate issues with equipment to appropriate leaders,and assist with troubleshooting,and problem solvingto maximize overall equipment efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Intermittently assist with minor repairs to equipment in partnership with maintenance team.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work areabyfollowingpost order cleaning process.
  • Follow plant safety processes and procedures outlined forthemachine center.
  • Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • High School diploma orGEDequivalentfrom an accredited institutionor 1+ years manufacturingor comparable experience inplaceof education.
  • Previous experienceapplyingmathskillssuch as addition, subtraction,multiplication,and division.
  • Previous experience reading,following,and/or completing detailed work instructions.
  • Must be available to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Experience reading a tape measureto within 1/16" measurement.
  • Experience with computer skills such as typing, printing, and data entry.
  • Experience with in the corrugated industry.
  • Experience with operational excellence or continuous improvement programs - Lean 6 Sigma, Kaizen Events.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting pay rate for this position is $17.50 per hour (if applicable) plus hourly shift differential pay. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Must be able to lift up-to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment
  • Must be able to work in crowded spaces for 4+ hours per shift
  • Must be able to bend and stoop for 7+ hours per shift
  • Must be able to stand for 6+ hours per shift
  • Must be able to walk for 6+ hours per shift
  • Must be able to reach and grasp up to 6+ hours per shift

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI) is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includes

Liberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom…

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