PepsiCo Corp Hiring for Packaging Operator-323946 at Bridgeview, Illinois Full Time

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/ada/r/jobs/9140588 Packaging Operator$22.74/hr during training, then $25.74/hrQuaker Oats, part of PepsiCo, is looking for a Packaging Operator to work in our fast-paced 24-hour operating manufacturing environment.Quaker is a progressive employer, utilizing high perform work systems focused on driving results through organization development. We are looking for engaged individuals that will be dedicated to safety and teamwork. It takes teamwork for a facility to run smoothly, so you can expect to work weekends and holidays with the rest of the team. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.Packaging OperatorA Packaging Operator operates and troubleshoots product line machinery/equipment and computers, performs manual labor on production lines, and maintains operations at optimum quality and quantity levels which minimizes manufacturing expense and performs repairs as necessary.* As a full-time team member, you would work 40 hours per week and overtime may be required to meet business needs.* Below is a list of responsibilities that would include but, are not limited to:* Operate multiple packaging machines at one time in accordance with established procedures and guidance* Must ensure that each box is properly coded, dated, and sealed with minimum amount of waste product and supplies* Performing sanitation duties on machinery to ensure safety and health compliance; keeps assigned machines and area clean and safe* Follows proper start up and shut down procedures of equipment* Performs complete product changeovers and adjust line for size changeovers* Performs quality control checks and supports safe objectives on quality audits* May perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing business needs of the organizationKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:* High school diploma or GED equivalent, is preferred* Immediate computer skills (Excel, Word, WMS, MARS)* Decision making and problem-solving skills* Knowledge of regulatory compliance* Understands basic directions, requires minimal follow up* Detail oriented and open communication skills* Must be able to work independently and have strong team skills when requiredForklift CertificationWorking Environment:* Working conditions are normal for manufacturing environment with varying temperatures. Work may involve frequent lifting of material and product up to 50 pounds* Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but, not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed shoes/boots, and safety gloves* Work will involve excessive climbing of stairs/ladders, bending, pushing/pulling, crawling on hands and knees, working in tight/confined spaces, and heights that could exceed 100 feet* All employees must comply with companies Current Good Manufacturing Practices and wear company issued uniforms* Join the 2,500 Quaker associates that work hard to bring you the snacks you love by submitting your application today.* All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.* PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender IdentityOur Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 – 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.