Machine/Equipment Operator (2nd shift)

Job Description:

Division Summary

ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening offers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners™), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon®, Red Head®, Ramset®), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ®), self-drilling screws (Teks®) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor®). ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the setup, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment in order to produce according to quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate up to 4 complete lines of in-lined equipment for manufacturing of fasteners for commercial construction applications.
• Performs setup and operates a variety of in-lined equipment to cold head, point and thread-roll fasteners for commercial construction applications.
• Maintains machinery through preventive maintenance
• Performs quality checks in adherence to specifications sheets; will also be responsible for documentation.
• Drives safety practices and procedures including identifying safety hazards.
• Ensures all housekeeping practices and procedures are met
• Performs 5-S activities and improvements as required
• Works with other team members and participates in team events and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM SUCCESS - Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals. QUALITY ORIENTATION – Demonstrates ability to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small. Showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time. SAFETY AWARENESS – Demonstrates ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety, upholding safety standards. WORK STANDARDS - Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• At least one year of experience in high-volume manufacturing highly preferred (e.g. equipment setup/operation/changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventive maintenance)
• Willing to work assigned shift with some mandatory overtime including weekends
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to understand basic machinery
• Prior experience with hand tools (e.g. wrenches)
• Ability to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution
• Ability to read blueprints / specification sheets and follow instructions
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Successfully complete on-the-job training (blueprint reading and measurement tools)
• General housekeeping duties
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical manufacturing working conditions.  While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment.  The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Be able to follow and use specific job site safety equipment and procedures.  Must be able to handle various company products such as steel products, tools, and construction chemicals while following proper safety guidelines established by the company. Ability to hear safety noises in the facility as well. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

Compensation Information:

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally.  For more details, visit our Benefits page.

In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

Hourly base salary for this position is $18.00, plus applicable shift differential of $2.00. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

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.