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Machine Operator

Posted: 09/21/2025

Full job description

UPM Raflatac is continuously looking for Machine Operators who will be responsible for operating coating and/or slitting machine and preparing product for shipment to customers. This role is located in Dixon, Illinois.

Greetings from your future manager

You will be joining a highly motivated team who focuses on safety first, creating quality products and customer satisfaction. Come be a part of our growing team at UPM Raflatac! – Boyd Lambrigtsen, Assistant Finishing Manager.

What you will do

  • Promote and support behaviors consistent with our Safety Principles
  • Responsible for overall operation of production machine
  • Closely monitor product quality, assuring first quality material shipped to customers
  • Report machine breakdowns/faults, possible quality defects and other process disturbances to supervisor
  • Coordinate with supervisor and production planning to optimize the material/order flow
  • Assure adequate operating supplies and informing purchasing of any shortages
  • Other tasks as specified by the Quality Management System

Who you are

  • You have education and experience equivalent to High School education and 1-2 years work experience in an industrial setting
  • Previous work experience in paper/paper converting industry or experience working with web-handling equipment desired
  • You are able to work well within a team
  • You must have well-developed problem solving skills, including the ability and willingness to apply a systematic approach to the process
  • You are a computer-literate. Basic mechanical knowledge nice to have
  • You must have advanced oral and written communication skills, and the ability understand and adhere to written work instructions

This is what we offer to you

  • A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
  • A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
  • Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
  • Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
  • Comprehensive benefit package: UPM’s benefit package includes Health Insurance: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans; Other Insurances: disability coverage, life and AD& D insurance; Retirement plan: 401(k) with company match and employer retirement contribution; Paid time off; Bonus: annual performance-based short term incentive plan; and professional development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.50 - $25.10 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Rotating shift

Application Question(s):

  • Are you able to work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, etc.?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Basic math: 1 year (Required)
  • Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Dixon, IL 61021: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person