Machine Assembler

PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems Inc
Elk Grove Village, IL

Job Title: Machine Assembler
Location: PMI Kyoto Packaging Systems – Elk Grove Village, IL
Department: Assembly
Reports To: Assembly Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week (with potential for overtime) with 20% to 30% Travel.
Hourly Rate: Between $25 to $35 an hour depending on experience

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Machine Assembler, The ideal candidate will play a key role in efficiently assembling custom packaging machinery, contributing to the productivity and growth of our organization.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in machine manufacturing
  • Proficiency with hand tools, including screwdrivers and drill guns
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication skills
  • High attention to detail and self-motivation
  • Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
  • High School diploma or GED required; professional certification is a plus
  • Basic PC skills, including proficiency with email and Office software (advanced technical skills not required)
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Accurately interpret and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to assemble machinery and equipment
  • Maintain and organize inventory at workstations
  • Conduct quality checks to ensure products meet established standards
  • Identify defects, document issues, and take corrective action as necessary
  • Rework or repair equipment according to engineering specifications
  • Perform all tasks in compliance with safety procedures and quality standards
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment
  • Install components such as grease lines, air lines, sheet metal guarding, guards, switches, and pneumatics
  • Perform drilling and tapping on machinery as needed
  • Assist with machine shipping logistics
  • Support machine setup and troubleshooting post-assembly, ensuring proper operation
  • Participate in on-site installations and modifications (approximately 20% of the role; negotiable)
General Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under pressure
  • Excellent communication
  • Proactive and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
  • Commitment to maintaining a clean and organized work environment consistent with 5S standards
Benefits:

  • Medical PPO Company paid 100 % for Employee and about 90% for dependents.
  • Dental PPO Plan – Company paid 100 % for Employee
  • Vision plan PPO Plan
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) $1,500 for Employee and $3,000 for Family annually
  • EAP – Employee Assistance Program
  • Life insurance ($25,000 Basic and Supplemental options)
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (Basic and Supplemental options)
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
  • 401K Plan
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • PTO and Sick time
  • Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $5,250 per year towards tuition reimbursement.

Posted 2026-02-06

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