Waxer Operator
 QPS Employment Group | |
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 United States, Illinois, Rockford | |
| 4040 East State Street (Show on map) | |
 Feb 18, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Waxer Operator
Wage: $16.00-$17.12 per hour with increase upon hire, progressive raises once hired. Shift: 2nd Hours: 4:00pm-2:00am (Mon-Fri) training 6:00am - 2:00pm QPS Employment Group has a great opportunity for a Waxer Operator at a company looking to hire career ready talent in Rockford, IL. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire. Waxer Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Responsible for waxing machine operation according to prepared schedule. - Must maintain accurate job report and sheet count and change type of wax (summer or winter) as instructed by supervisor. - Must prepare feeder, waxer, and automatic stacker to required sheet size and adjusts heat, air pressure, and spray controls for specified wax application. - Runs trial sheets before starting operation and spot checks sheets for proper wax application, at all times, with no heavy "spot" deposits or skips. - Operator must be constantly alert during run to prevent damage to decoration or sheets. Must pull three (3) sheets per load for inspections per instructions. - Responsible for placing completed loads from stacker onto conveyor, straps for trucker, and inserting correct load ticket. - Responsible for checking waxer (spray nozzles, etc.) for fouling conditions (spitting, etc.) and maintains clean feed chains and sprockets. - Responsible for cleaning as required during run. - Responsible for proper cleaning of wax unit when required to assure proper operation and prevent hazardous wax build-up which could cause fire, etc. - Occasionally performs miscellaneous department tasks other than primary functions, when needed, as determined by supervisor. - Keeps work area safe, orderly, and free of obstruction. - Position requires pushing, pulling, or lifting heavy objects ranging up to approximately 60 lbs. - Use proper hand tools for minor repairs/setup. - Must run waxers up to standard operating rates and produce quality product. - Operators will be responsible for running two waxing lines simultaneously. Waxer Operator Requirements: - A minimum of one (1) year high school or GED equivalency. - 2- 3 years of related experience required. Including proficient machine operation, production line work, quality experience, and metal manufacturing. To be able to use wax machine with automatic feeder and sheet stacker, strapping equipment, and miscellaneous small hand tools. - Physically able to stand for shift, reach, bend, twist. Regularly carry or move 30 lbs, semiregularly carry or move 60 lbs, in a safe manner. - Use of powered lift truck. Must pass company training - Scheduled overtime is required. - Must be able to follow attendance policy, - Must be able to work well with others having a positive, motivated, and responsible approach. - Must be able to sustain the preemployment process, interview process and training process. - Complete and qualify undergoing a 4-panel drug screen and National 7-year background check. rockfordresumes@qpsemployment.com IND017 About us: QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Why Work with QPS? -Access to sought-after positions with leading employers -Dedicated placement specialists who will guide you through every step of the job search process | |