Blown Film Operator I

Position: Blown Film Operator I – Nights
Location: Elk Grove Village, IL
Shift: 5:54 AM - 6:15 AM OR 5:45 PM – 6:15 AM (12-hour continental schedule)
Pay Rate: $27.02/hour + $2.00/hour shift differential

Retention Bonus:
To reward long-term commitment, this position offers a $2,000 retention bonus, paid as follows:

• $1,000 after successfully completing 90 days of employment
• $1,000 after successfully completing 180 days of employment

Please note: This is a retention bonus and is not paid at the time of hire.

Summary Description

The Blown Film Operator I is responsible for setting up and operating blown film extrusion equipment to produce plastic film that meets customer specifications. This role involves preparing raw materials, monitoring production processes, performing quality checks, and making equipment adjustments to maintain product quality, safety, and production efficiency.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up and operate blown film extrusion lines using plastic resin pellets to produce film that meets specifications
• Install and change screens, adjust dies, and prepare trim scrap systems, palletizers, grinders, film winders, and pellet grinders
• Set up and monitor raw material feeding systems
• Visually inspect film for defects and use micrometers and other measuring devices to verify product dimensions
• Perform equipment adjustments as needed to maintain product quality and consistency
• Conduct and document quality checks on intermediate products, including capacity, coefficient of friction (COF), gauge, and width
• Maintain accurate records of material usage and production activities
• Handle finished materials and ensure products meet established quality standards
• Cut cores and replace or process trim boxes near grinders as needed
• Participate in production line startups, changeovers, and equipment setup activities
• Follow established cleaning, sanitation, and housekeeping procedures, including completion of sanitation checklists
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Prerequisite Programs (PRPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Follow all applicable food safety requirements and promptly report food safety violations to management
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Participate in TOPPAN’s Global Performance System (GPS) activities, including 5Star, Pillar Teams, audits, and Near Miss reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality

We’d Love to Hear From You If

• You have knowledge of or experience with blown film extrusion processes
• You understand plastic resins and the co-extrusion of different types of plastics
• You can read, speak, and write English effectively
• You have experience operating production machinery in a manufacturing environment
• You are comfortable using measuring instruments and performing quality inspections
• You have a strong attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and production standards
• You can work a 12-hour overnight shift on a consistent schedule

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent job experience
• Knowledge of blown film extrusion equipment and production processes preferred
• Understanding of plastic resins, co-extrusion, and film quality specifications preferred
• Ability to perform basic measurements and identify product defects
• Willingness to follow safety procedures, sanitation requirements, and production documentation standards
• Strong teamwork, reliability, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees’ overall well-being. Benefits may vary based on work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement and may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company-paid and voluntary insurance plans, including life, personal accident, and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer

TOPPAN Packaging Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.