Order Type : Temp
Food Production Operator
Location : North Chicago, IL
Starting Pay : $18.00 / hour
Responsibilities
- Operate mixers, scales, and batching systems to prepare accurate mixes.
- Pre-scale and add ingredients, verify formulas, and adjust batches for quality.
- Complete mix sheets, equipment checks, and production documentation.
- Perform GMP and safety inspections; ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Assist with cleaning tanks, safe chemical handling, and support other production areas.
- Report equipment issues and work with maintenance to resolve them.
- Participate in team meetings and continuous improvement efforts.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.At least 2 years of manufacturing experience (food processing preferred).Basic math and computer skills.Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate batching equipment.Effective communication and teamwork skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions.Physical & Essential Functions
Stand, walk, climb, bend, and move throughout the facility.Lift, push, or pull up to 55 lbs.Work in high-noise, varying temperature environments with PPE.Operate equipment and handle ingredients safely.Work Environment
Fast-paced, team-oriented production facility.Exposed to temperature fluctuations, noise, and food ingredients.Frequent use of PPE and cleaning chemicals.Schedule
Full-time, onsite, temp-to-hire.Friday to Sunday, 5 : 00am – 6 : 30pm.Flexibility required.Benefits
Medical, Dental & VisionPrescription Drug DiscountsShort-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, & Life Insurance401k / RothReferral ProgramPlease confirm if PTO and paid holidays are offered for this position.
About Us
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer & celebrate our employees’ differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classes. Must be eligible to work in the United States for any company without sponsorship. By entering my mobile number & by submitting this application, I give my express written consent & agreement to receive text messages from, or on behalf of, I.K. Hofmann USA, Inc. at the mobile telephone number provided for employment or potential employment-related communications, notices, & updates, including via an automatic telephone dialing system. I further understand that my consent is not required. Standard message & data rates may apply. To opt-out of text messaging, reply STOP any time. For California residents, please see our Employee & Applicant Notice at Collection & Privacy Policy for additional California specific information here.
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