Experienced Assistant Machine Operator- Corrugated or Converting

Job Description

Assistant Operator – 3rd Shift

Hood Container Corporation – Chicago, ILJoin Hood Container Corporation and Experience the Difference!

We’re a growing leader in the corrugated packaging industry, and we’re looking for motivated and reliable Assistant Operators to support our corrugator and converting operations. If you’re eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to grow your career in manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you!

Starting Pay: $22/hr + shift differential (Base pay may vary based on experience)

Available Shifts:

3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 07:00 AM)What You’ll Do:

Support machine operations: Assist the Operator in setting up, running, and maintaining equipment such as Corrugators, Rotary/Flat Bed Die Cutters, Flexo Folder Gluers, and Specialty Finishing/Converting Machines.

Maintain quality standards: Monitor product quality, conduct inspections, and ensure materials meet customer specifications.

Ensure safety & cleanliness: Follow all safety procedures, maintain a clean workspace, and help with basic machine upkeep.

Maximize efficiency: Assist in reducing downtime by helping with changeovers, troubleshooting minor issues, and keeping materials organized.

Learn & grow: Develop skills through hands-on experience and training to advance into an Operator role.What You’ll Bring:

Manufacturing experience preferred (corrugated or packaging industry experience is a plus but not required).

Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn machine operations.

Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a fast-paced production environment.

Reliable attendance and flexibility to work overtime as needed.Why You’ll Love Working at Hood Container:

Competitive Pay & Benefits: We offer a strong hourly wage, shift differentials, and quarterly bonus opportunities. Check out our full benefits package at

Career Growth: We invest in training and development to help you build your skills and advance to higher roles.

Team-Oriented Culture: Work with a supportive and collaborative team that values your contributions.

Stability & Growth: Be part of a fast-growing company in a sustainable industry with long-term career opportunities.About Hood Container Corporation:

We are a family-owned, Mill-to-Market company, specializing in containerboard, kraft paper, corrugated boxes, high-graphic displays, and contract packaging. Over the last decade, we have grown into one of the top ten Paper & Packaging Companies in the U.S.

Learn more about us at: or check us out on social media!

Full-time