Mural Group

Production Associate

Chicago, IL

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Role family: Skilled trades
Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 8 Oct 2026

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the posting

Production Associate - 3rd Shift | West Chicago, Illinois
Entry Level | Forklift License Required | Competitive Hourly Rate

Overview

Mural is partnering with a global specialty chemical and materials manufacturer to fill a Production Associate opening on 3rd shift at their West Chicago, Illinois facility. Our client makes polymer colorants and specialty additive materials used in automotive, packaging, appliance, and consumer product manufacturing. This is an entry-level production role with a clear path to grow within the operation.

What you will be doing

This role supports the production floor by keeping materials flowing and equipment running throughout the shift. Primary responsibilities include:

Retrieve correct batch documentation and ensure ingredients are properly staged in the work area

Weigh out ingredients to recipe specifications as required

Set up and operate weigh-up and packaging machinery following safety and operating procedures

Process, package, and skid finished material to correct size and container per customer specifications

Support Production Operators with materials and supplies to keep equipment running efficiently

Perform machine cleaning and maintain housekeeping standards

Complete required paperwork and production documentation accurately

Report any issues or concerns to your supervisor or lead promptly

Follow all safety rules, PPE requirements, and work regulations throughout the shift

What we are looking for

High school diploma or GED

1+ year of experience in a manufacturing or industrial operations environment

Active forklift license required

Physically able to lift and move up to 55 pounds regularly; occasional handling up to 250 pounds

Comfortable working in an industrial environment with dust, chemical exposure, and required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed shoes, and area-specific protective equipment)

Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to follow written procedures and recipe specifications

Available for 3rd shift

What to expect

3rd shift position at a West Chicago, IL facility (625 Wegner Dr)

Entry-level opportunity with room to advance to Production Operator

Industrial environment -- PPE is provided based on work area requirements

Stable, global employer with a strong presence in specialty materials manufacturing

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