Set-Up Machine Operator - Lock Washer 1St Shift

Job Description:

Business Description:

ITW Shakeproof Fasteners is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW) which supplies cold headed & metal stamped fasteners totaling approximately $200M in revenue annually. Manufacturing/warehouse locations include Watertown, WI, Milwaukee, WI, Broadview, IL, Elgin, IL, Machesney Park, IL, and Iron Ridge, WI. We serve major OEMs and their tier suppliers direct and through distribution channels in the industrial market. ITW Shakeproof Fasteners drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering, allowing us to enhance our customers' competitive advantage. Known for innovation, diversification, and excellent financial performance. We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.

Job Description

Position Summary:

Set up and operate machines to produce high quality fasteners while meeting on-time delivery, productivity, safety, quality, and housekeeping metrics. Usual manufacturing environment and moderate physical activity.

Essential Functions:

1. Set up, adjust, and operate high speed & low speed machines

2. Set up, adjust, and operate auxiliary equipment to perform operations on a

machine or multiple of machines and equipment with close dimensions,

shape, and contour

3. Align and secure dies, locate stops, adjust forming speeds, part forming

rolls or dies, safety devices, etc.

4. Install tools and other tooling needed and adjust as needed

5. Work from drawings, manufacturing instructions and control plans.

6. Use a variety of precision measuring instruments.

7. May operate multiple machines or machines capable of performing

multiple operations.

8. Load raw materials to feeder mechanisms, clear jams, or other

malfunctions.

9. Train/learn how to set-up/operate equipment.

10. Safety, Responsible for working safely. Recommend changes to processes

and equipment to improve safety/efficiency. (Safety program initiative)

11. Productivity. (Metric boards-analyze, communicate pcs/hr, changes and

improvements)

12. Position should work with minimal supervision.

13. Other duties/projects as assigned.

14. Ability to safely manipulate materials weighing 75# and measuring .625 rod, requiring full-body coordination, leverage, and control. This is occasional lifting, not on a regular basis.

15. Requires sufficient body strength, reach, and leverage to manipulate and position materials without assistance or mechanical aids.

Qualifications

Required Skill, Education and Experience

• Basic reading/writing/math skills
• Mechanical ability and knowledge of tools and machinery
• Ability to focus and prioritize task and objectives.
• Good communication skills.

Compensation Information:

Starting pay begins at $24 per hour. Experienced candidates may qualify for higher starting rates. Along with great pay, we offer excellent insurance and perks - including top health benefits, 401(k) match, paid time off, and real opportunities for advancement.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.