Manufacturing Line Worker Key Responsibilities
1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Operate production equipment, filling machines, and packaging machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Fill various cleaning products and chemical solutions into bottles and containers according to company procedures and safety standards.
- Assemble, cap, label, pack, inspect, and prepare finished products for shipment.
- Monitor filling levels, packaging quality, labels, and product consistency throughout production.
- Maintain efficient workflow and productivity on the manufacturing line.
- Keep workstations, filling equipment, and production areas clean and organized while following 5S and safety procedures.
- Load, unload, and move raw materials, bottles, caps, labels, and finished goods throughout the production area.
- Report equipment malfunctions, leaks, defects, or quality concerns to supervisors immediately.
- Follow all company policies, chemical handling procedures, safety regulations, and PPE requirements.
- Use downtime productively by cleaning equipment, organizing materials, preparing supplies, or assisting other production areas.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and overall production efficiency.
Basic RequirementsEducation
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience
- No prior experience required — on-the-job training provided.
- Previous experience in manufacturing, production, bottling, packaging, or assembly is a plus.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong manual dexterity and ability to work efficiently with hands.
- Excellent attention to detail to ensure proper fill levels, labeling accuracy, and product quality.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 25–50 lbs regularly.
- Comfortable performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Basic math and reading skills for labels, instructions, counts, and measurements.
- Ability to safely handle cleaning products and follow chemical safety procedures.
- Good time-management skills and ability to meet daily production goals.
- Strong focus on workplace safety and PPE compliance.
- Self-starter who takes initiative and stays productive without constant supervision.
- Uses downtime effectively by preparing materials, organizing work areas, or cleaning equipment.
- Quick learner who actively seeks feedback and training opportunities.
- Team-oriented mindset with willingness to assist coworkers and support production operations.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required)
- Forklift certification or experience operating production equipment.
- Experience with bottling lines, filling equipment, conveyor systems, labeling machines, or packaging machinery.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, GMP, or 5S principles.
- Basic computer skills for entering production data or operating digital production systems.
Work Environment & Conditions
- Industrial manufacturing and production facility environment.
- Exposure to cleaning products, soaps, detergents, or chemical odors may occur.
- Must follow all safety, cleanliness, chemical handling, PPE, and quality control standards.
- Overtime may be required depending on production schedules and demand.
- Daily standing, lifting, bending, reaching, and repetitive motion required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you ever operated filling machines, labeling machines, or packaging equipment?
- Are you comfortable standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks?
- Have you worked around chemicals, cleaning products, or industrial materials before?
- Tell me about a time you solved a problem at work without waiting for instructions.
- What do you think makes someone successful on a production line?
- What would you do if you noticed defective products coming down the line?
- Have you worked on a production line or in manufacturing before?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
