1st-Shift Manufacturing Operations Associate

Entegris; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous 401(K) with match

Health, dental & vision insurance

11 paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

Values-driven culture

Job summary

Entegris in Aurora, IL is hiring a 1st Shift Operations Associate to manufacture CMP pads and operate equipment from 6 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include data entry, quality testing, and maintaining a safe, clean workspace.

You will engage in LEAN/6S initiatives, adhere to PACE values, and perform production tasks with PPE. The role requires lifting up to 40 lbs and reliability in attendance.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of production experience in manufacturing.
• Demonstrates leadership ability and team-building skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture CMP Pads using manufacturing equipment (laminator, CNC, die press, brush clean).
• Perform data entry and record keeping; conduct quality testing and inspections.
• Maintain a safe, clean working environment and follow safety initiatives.
• Participate in LEAN/6S and continuous improvement activities.
• Support production tasks such as cycle counts and inventory.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment knowledge

Data entry

Teamwork

Reliability/attendance

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Excel

SAP / ERP systems

Job description

Entegris in Aurora, IL is hiring a 1st Shift Operations Associate to manufacture CMP pads and operate equipment from 6 am to 2 pm, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include data entry, quality testing, and maintaining a safe, clean workspace.

You will engage in LEAN/6S initiatives, adhere to PACE values, and perform production tasks with PPE. The role requires lifting up to 40 lbs and reliability in attendance.