Machine Operator - 2nd Shift
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 28, 2026.
2nd shift Machine Operator - (Heavy Duty Cell)
Location: Downers Grove
Hours: 2:15 PM to 10:45 PM
Are you a skilled machine operator, looking for the chance to grow and advance in a team environment? Do you have experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment? If so, keep reading!
Flexco, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking an experienced 2nd shift Machine Operator to work in our air-conditioned facility. The role is seeking someone with experience in manufacturing, and top applicants will have previous experience learning a complex process. The role will be responsible for setting, operating, and troubleshooting various machines within this cell. Experience with automated assembly machines will be a big advantage as well!
Machine Operators at Flexco can expect a starting compensation of between $22.00 - $27.00, which includes a 5% shift premium, per hour, or more, depending on experience, skills and education.
Purpose: Perform duties to set up and operate HD assembly machines and hand-packing of products.
What you will need:
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude is required for this position.
Moderate physical effort required to handle parts and cartons, which is equivalent to lifting or moving average weight material frequently.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be needed and provided by Flexco.
Willingness to learn and follow documented processes
What you will be doing:
Work from an ERP system to complete job orders, product control, inspection procedures, preventive maintenance, machine manuals, kit lists, and instructions.
Set up automated assembly machine, install specified die sets and fix sets/fixtures in machine for new setups
Run and inspect sample parts, assemblies and bag units to check machine setups and make adjustments as necessary to maintain job specifications and established quality standards.
Pack completed parts and bags in cartons following prescribed procedures and move material in the area as required.
Operate equipment to form and boxes and troubleshoot if needed
Perform preventative maintenance procedures in the HD department as required.
Balance raw material and finished goods on assigned jobs and enter required data in the computer system to maintain prescribed procedures and move material in the area as required.
Keep manager informed of unusual material or equipment problems.
Potential to use tools such as: hoist, hand trucks, drum lift, hardness tester, scale, dial calipers, gauges, air hose, tare weight scale, tape machine, computer terminal, tape measure, calculator, and hand tools.
This is your opportunity to work in an environment where the culture is focused on being people first, better together, customer centered, committed to excellence and forward thinking. Flexco has consistently been named to the list of Chicago's "101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For" by the National Association of Business Resources and to the list of “Chicago’s Top Workplaces” by the Chicago Tribune.
Flexco offers generous packages including:
Medical, dental and vision insurance on day one of employment
401k with up to 8% company match
15 vacation days and 5 personal days
12 paid holidays per year
Competitive compensation
Tuition reimbursement/educational assistance