Title : Temp Machine Operator (Ink Preparation Department) Location: Rockdale, IL (Apollo Colors) Shift: 1st shift, Monday-Thursday, 7am-5pm OR 2nd shift, Monday-Thursday, 5pm-3am Pay: $18/hour Job Description: Will perform general production and/or warehouse operator functions and assigned duties. After an initial period of temporary employment, the successful candidate will be considered for a full-time position. Essential Job Functions: Understand and follow standardized work instructions. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Blend and pack out material. Ability to load, operate and offload materials for Ink Preparation into computer driven mixers Complete routine paperwork. Perform routine/incidental maintenance and inspections. Stage product to be dried and move dry material for further processing. Ensure proper identification and traceability, complete required paperwork. Monitor product quality by visual inspection of the product and taking required samples and testing as necessary. Perform mechanical and pre-startup inspections. Able to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds. Operate Power Industrial Trucks in a safe manner. Comply with all company/department safety rules and procedures. Ability to conform to production requirements and specifications; maintain control over processes. Attention to detail to perform error-proofing routines and identifies areas where defects can occur. Measures output and efficiency by performance standards, cycle times, etc. Housekeeping – Works to sustain a productive and safe work environment. Required Education and Experience: Previous manufacturing/production experience is REQUIRED. Previous experience utilizing fork trucks in a manufacturing environment- REQUIRED. High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment. Ability to become respirator qualified in some areas/hearing protection required in some areas Applicant screening includes Strength Test, Drug Screen and Criminal Background check.