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General Labor - 3rd AWS

Location:

Loves Park, Illinois

Posted:

11-May-2026

Employment Type:

Temporary

Industry:

Industrial & Manufacturing

Job Number:

70928

Pay Rate:

$18.60 - $18.60 Hourly

Job Description

GENERAL LABORER– 3rd shift, Alternate Work Schedule

AWESOME opportunities with Perfetti Van Melle – an exciting and innovative Confectionery Company in Loves Park.

$18.60 per hour

Schedule: 5:30pm- 6:00am  or    5:00pm – 5:30am

Week 1 – 4 days, 48 hours:
Off Sunday, Work Monday & Tuesday , Off Wednesday & Thursday, Work Friday & Saturday

Week 2 – 3 days, 36 hours:
Work Sunday , Off Monday & Tuesday, Work Wednesday & Thursday , Off Friday and Saturday

Some of the job responsibilities for the General Laborer include :
  • Training to run various equipment including machine operation
  • Packaging line work - hand packing, sorting, labeling, stacking, off-loading
  • Visual and physical inspection of product and packaging
  • Weighing of raw material
  • Feeding gum into various machines
  • Transporting product and material
  • Wiping down product materials and equipment
  • General housekeeping of work area
  • Courteous, effective communication

Physical requirements for the Packer / General Laborer include :
  • Stand throughout shift excluding break periods
  • Lift up to 42 pounds
  • Reach, bend, twist, push, pull, walk up and down stairs
  • Visual ability to inspect product and packaging
  • Legible handwriting

More about Perfetti Van Melle (PVM) opportunity for hire :
During  your FurstStaffing assignment, PVM will monitor reliability, outlook and performance.  If consistently meeting expectations, you may be considered for a Generalist position with a base wage of $20/hr.  Generalists perform a variety of tasks including machine operating and material handling.

Perfetti Van Melle considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location.  These considerations mean actual compensation will vary.  This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, merit-based compensation review (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.  Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Call us at 815-396-4708 and let us know you’re interested in an opportunity at Perfetti van Melle.  If you’re new to Furst, apply directly to this posting.  Thanks!

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