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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Machine Operator located in Buffalo Grove, Il.

Reporting to the Associate Operations Supervisor, the Machine Operator will be responsible to perform a variety of duties in the set-up and operation of equipment as defined in the work instructions for each process.

What a typical day looks like:

• Reviews production schedules, process procedures and specifications regarding the sequential start-up, operation and control of automated equipment and peripheral hardware.
• Performs automated equipment set-up functions which include the loading of electronic components, raw cards, feeders, fixtures, stencils, chemicals, etc.
• Performs sequential start-up for the automated equipment and all peripheral hardware.
• Initiates adjustments to ensure that the automated equipment and peripheral hardware operate within the established control limits.
• Monitors the shelf-life usage of perishable chemicals, moisture sensitive parts and raw card assemblies.
• Inspects quality levels of production on the automated equipment and peripheral hardware. Makes adjustments to equipment or hardware when workmanship drops below quality specifications. Initiate rework/repair activities on product that is substandard to the specifications.
• Records data required for statistical process control or inventory management.
• Performs preventive maintenance on the automated equipment and peripheral hardware at specified intervals and schedules.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Completion of a high school degree or equivalent is preferred.
• Successful completion of company provided training may be required.
• Typically requires 6-12 months of machine operator experience.
• Able to read and comprehend moderately complex instructions.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees, leads and supervisors of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to perform these operations using weight measurement and distance.

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical benefits, dental, vision
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discounts at local retailers

Job Category

Operations

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

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