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Assembly Operator

Greif · Carol Stream, IL · $19.33–$30.87 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 6, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about hand assembly or packaging work you have done before.

What they are checking: Whether they have experience with the hands-on assembly and packaging tasks this role is built around.

How do you keep your speed up without making mistakes on repetitive work?

What they are checking: Whether they can balance pace and accuracy over a long shift of routine tasks.

Tell me about a time you suggested a better way to do a task at work.

What they are checking: Whether they think about improving the work, which helps a plant get better over time.

What would you do

This first shift runs Monday to Thursday, 4 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. How will you make that early start work every week?

What they are checking: Whether they can show up reliably for a very early, long shift over the long run.

You measure a finished part and it is just outside the spec. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they stop and report it rather than letting a nonconforming part slip through.

A coworker on your line is struggling to keep up. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they help teammates and alert a lead so the line keeps moving.

About the work

Before you start a machine, what do you check to make sure it is set up and aligned right?

What they are checking: Whether they inspect equipment before use, which the posting lists as a key responsibility.

How do you pack parts into bulk boxes and individual cartons so the count is correct?

What they are checking: Whether they are careful with counts and packaging, since customers notice short or mixed cartons.

What basic adjustments or maintenance have you done on machines?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle routine adjustments themselves and know when to call maintenance.

How do you stay safe around automated assembly equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they respect guards, stop buttons and lockout around automated machines.

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The full job description

As published by Greif.

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer , Sustainable Fiber , Durable Metal , and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials. Job Requisition #: 035102 Assembly Operator (Open) Job Description: ROLE OVERVIEW: Industrial Manufacturing colleague for hand assembly, automated assembly, packaging products, amongst other production-oriented tasks. 1st Shift: Monday-Thursday: 4am-2:30pm Key Responsibilities • Operates routine production machinery in accordance with prints and specifications provided. • Packaging Products into both bulk packaging and individual cartons. • Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance. • Measures finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications. • Maintains logs and records of units produced. • Report any errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces. • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area. • Follow safety policies and procedures. • Reliable and focused. • Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience • Typically possesses a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 2- 3 years of manufacturing experience. Knowledge and Skills • Willingness to follow directions and work well in a team. • Ability to interpret and translate job specifications for production machineries. • Fundamental understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production / manufacturing equipment. • Reading, writing and speaking English. #LI-NG1 At Greif , we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential. Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $19.33 - $30.87annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between19.39 to19.39. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive. Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues. Protect Yourself From Scams: We value the integrity of our recruitment process and prioritize the well-being of our candidates. While you may find Greif job postings on various platforms, all legitimate opportunities can be verified on our official Careers page at www.greif.com . All communication from Greif regarding job opportunities will also come from an @greif.com email address. If you have concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting, receive an unsolicited job offer or suspect fraudulent activity, please contact us for verification via this link Contact Us - Greif . EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

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