Machine Operator
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work type
- Full Time · On-site
- Posted
- 2026-08-24
Job description
If you're still wondering why, you should join our team, here’s a quick list of reasons:
Competitive pay
Benefits start Day 1 – including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) (with company contribution and employee match)
Performance-based pay increases
Tuition reimbursement
Paid vacation and holidays
Work with a team that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement
Responsibilities:
Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
Set up equipment and lay out fabrication projects from blueprints/technical drawings.
Cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw. Join material using adhesive and clamps.
Measure components and finished project/product using a variety of measuring devices to ensure correct dimensions within required tolerances.
Complete roll tooling changeovers using hand tools and maintain equipment, supplies and machinery safely.
Troubleshoot machinery, material, saw, measuring equipment and tooling and adjusting as needed for successful completion of project.
Visually inspect extrusions and check against blueprints/technical drawings and report defects.
Participate in continuous improvement and LEAN manufacturing activities.
Flexible/adaptable to assignment changes, will jump in when help is needed and learn new things.
Always maintain all work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Perform all work in a safe manner; use proper lock-out procedures during repairs or machine adjustments. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and make certain that all safety equipment is in proper working order.
Perform these and other related duties as assigned or directed.
Desired Experience:
High school diploma or GED
Preferred; Knowledge and experience of machinery in manufacturing environment or similar.
Preferred; Experience with LEAN manufacturing, 6S, Six Sigma.
Preferred; Experience in a fast-paced, high performance manufacturing environment.
Able to lift a maximum of 40 pounds
Able to stand 8-10 hours per day at assigned work area
Background check required
Work Environment:
This position operates primarily in a professional office environment with frequent collaboration across Finance, Sales, Customer Service, and Operations. The role requires extended periods of computer use, regular communication with customers and internal stakeholders, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Occasional travel may be required to support business needs, customer meetings, or professional development.