operator

warehouse associate

machine operator

maintenance technician

manufacturing manager

RING CONTAINER TECHNOLOGIES

Money to work ratio is good, mostly just standing around waiting for something to happen so you can go fix it. Occasionally there’s consistent problems throughout the shift that require constant attention as with most jobs in manufacturing. 

I guess I’ll start with the pros, the money is okay for the work required, a good entry level job for manufacturing, coworkers are extremely friendly and easy to get along with. A good handful of company provided meals and events as long as you don’t work on the weekend shifts. Benefits are okay at best. The work floor is climate controlled to an extent.

Now for the cons. As a former second shift operator, I’ve heard and experienced multiple horror stories. Equipment and Machines that have constant problems and there’s no efforts to fix them from anyone higher up. Multiple times myself and others have gone to get a replacement part for a machine to find out we don’t have any, (O-Rings, Elbow Fittings, ETC.), HR is very biased and will give you benefits or advantages if you’re on their good side, the points system is absolutely terrible. You get no sick days, no doctors note will save you from getting points. Certain people will come in consistently late for over a month and have no reprocessing but someone else will be fired for half the call outs/late arrivals. Weekend shift seems to get screwed out of any event/meal planning, “saftey week” where the plant will shut down for two hours for each shift to have a break, eat, and play games to unwind and go over safety protocols and such, is not something weekend shift is allowed to participate in from what I’ve gathered, most shifts (especially weekend) is extremely understaffed, there is no opportunity to move up within the company, and the communication between office workers/management and the employees doing the actual work is frankly embarrassing and laughable. 

Moral of the story I suppose, if you need the money, go for it, but don’t plant to make a career out of it.

I worked the night shift position and had a decent time working there. Pay was decent for the work, which for me was running big machines that made plastic bottles. Hours were steady, but overtime was always appreciated and available. Several employees were able to get a more specific schedule that works with them when needed, such as for schooling or family matters. It was very lax for a big company, but I still felt like I was a part of the team. My shift's coworkers were awesome, and I felt like I always had help if they weren't busy themselves.  They have some seriously good benefits and pay for any safety equipment you need, such as shoes and eyewear. Furthermore, they have a healthy living policy. Look into their options for what they can help pay for, it's surprising how much they offer. They gave us free snacks and the occasional cookout or pizza, to boot.

My biggest complaints would be communication between shifts and office, and the point system is terrible. The issue is with any big facility you're bound to have communication issues across shifts. Before I moved, the building I worked at got a new Production Manager who I really liked, and I was seeing serious and positive changes being made by him. As for the point system, it was pretty bad. There was only one way to not get a point for being absent, is if you were sent home from work. Good thing is that the supervisors were super reasonable and if you came in and let them know why you can't stay, they're more than likely to accept and let you go home. But you get a point for any other reason. If you call in, you get a point. From what I heard, however, they were going to do what they can to change that in the future.

Are you looking for a place to work with poor management, no time off, and zero opportunity to advance in position and pay? If your answer is yes then you have found the perfect place to work! If your answer is no, don't worry, they have free water and snacks in the break room! Amazing right? Now that I have your attention let me seal the deal by telling you about your very own free locker to store all your belongings because this will be the place you spend most of your life at. Make sure to bring a picture of your family and friends so you don't forget what they look like ! You can even hang it up in the hallway so the other employees can meet your family because face it your not going to have time outside of work. Now throw on that hairnet and grab some earplugs and join the other 4 or 5 employees out on the floor. That's right, if you work 2nd or 3rd shift expect to be understaffed and overworked with minimal training involved. Well hey at least its Friday and the weekend is here so that management can leave early and enjoy the weekend off with their families. The weekends are quiet and slow because there may be as little as only one other employee working with you! Sounds like fun right ? Enjoy your one day off and start the work week over. This is your typical week of work, the only redeeming qualities are the actual employees you work with day to day. They are hard working and can create a fun and awesome work environment !

There is absolutely no training program for new hires and the reason they (at least at the Kankakee plant) have such a crazy turn-over rate. New hires get frustrated with not knowing what to do and temps just have other options and leave. I worked there for aprx. 10 months and was still learning things until the last day that I feel I should have learned before I was even allowed on the production floor. Ring could be so much better to work for if it weren't for what seem to be eventual lawsuit issues. There were more than a few times I would be trying to fix machine jams (after 'figuring' them out myself) and an experienced employee would be sprinting and screaming (we had to wear hearing protection) for me to do something a different way. I'm not an idiot and have worked construction more than production so I have experience being in potentially dangerous situations. Ring doesn't put their employees in dangerous situations but absolutely allows them to get into them unintentionally.

Turnover rate is high, they only hire so many people at time because the lack of training staff. Some will train on 1st shift an some may train on the shift hired for. Only 1 supervisor as of right now. You will be forced overtime till 2nd an 3rd shift have enough people. People that have been there will get an upper hand on you about overtime. Watch your times because when you stay over to help with shift change/ clean up/ or just help, they don’t pay for you staying over your 8 hours. Hopefully that gets looked into, they don’t tell you that in the Interview or Orientation either. Line 2 operators don’t get breaks/Lunch sometimes so speak up an make sure you let someone know cause you will miss out on 30 mins of pay if you don’t get lunch. You will work multiple positions, an hardly get any help from some people. They will train you on a forklift but you won’t drive it again after that, Unless it’s for overtime. They will tell you that they rotate positions but that is very rare.  Hopefully this helps an good luck if you apply.

As a manager, I have always appreciated the culture at Ring. Communication is strong, people treat one another with respect, and there is a genuine commitment to safety at every level. I have the privilege of working with an outstanding team, and I have great respect for the dedication, professionalism, and work ethic they bring every day. The company provides opportunities to learn, grow, and take on new challenges, which helps employees develop both personally and professionally. What stands out most is the teamwork and willingness of people across departments to support one another and work toward common goals. Ring also recognizes the importance of work-life balance, helping employees stay engaged, motivated, and successful. It is rewarding to be part of an organization that values its people, encourages growth, and fosters a positive, collaborative work environment.

Management is the main problem with this place. If you want to do multiple jobs for the same pay, micromanaged, taken advantage of, overworked, thrown under the buss, lied to, under appreciated, etc, this place is for you. It seems like most employees are always out to get one another, including members of management. Also, the employees/members of management that should be held accountable for their repeated mistakes, ARE NOT… even if it’s been proven. This makes it really difficult for the people that take pride in their work as it creates a “why should I care” mentality across the board. This place will really just tear you down. Truly the most toxic and hostile work environment I have ever been in. 

The pays is pretty good and they have decent perks like going to hockey games, baseball games, having a softball team. Downfall if you're family oriented you have to work every weekend. Might even have to work both days on the weekend. First shift is the best shift with all the people with experience and who help you out. The other shifts have people who only think about themselves. It takes the company forever to get new employee's. You get free Apples, bananas, and water but that usualy last for 2 days then it's gone. Shift manager's are pretty laid back which is cool. You also have meetings every Wednesday. They usualy bring donuts in for everyone.

Work loads among each shift are very uneven.  All of the warehouse work is expected to be done on one shift(1st), so the other shifts can just lounge around and take it easy.  When 1st shift is short on help, no one is required to stay over and help with the workload.  This makes a very stressful environment for everyone involved.  When other shifts are short on help, we are required to stay over or come in early, to lounge around with them.  If you ask for help when you are short on help, the warehouse manager tells you to stop crying and being a baby.  This is very frustrating when 1st shift puts out 18 loads daily, while the other shifts do 2-6.  

Very toxic culture where people are pitted against one another. A few individuals run to upper management ridiculing other workers performance etc. No one is held accountable for their performance or lack thereof. Favoritism is prevalent with some individuals. Numerous voice alarms throughout the day…. Sometimes repeatedly for hours. 
Could be a great place to work if management cared about anything besides numbers.
I’m not a disgruntled worker… just wanted things to be better. I felt that nothing was ever gonna change so I moved on.


Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Operator 9 salaries reported	$20.38 per hour
Warehouse associate 3 salaries reported	$18.00 per hour
Machine operator 9 salaries reported	$22.14 per hour
Maintenance technician 7 salaries reported	$29.55 per hour
Manufacturing manager 12 salaries reported	$106,401 per year

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