$20/hour - 1st Shift Assembly - Lanark, IL

Elkay; Lanark (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) matching

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid vacation (up to 3 weeks)

12 paid holidays per year

Annual bonus eligibility

Educational reimbursement

Company stock purchase plan

Job summary

Elkay in Lanark, IL is seeking an Assembly Line Operator to build water cooler models for worldwide use. You will follow instructions, operate tools, and contribute to safety and quality across the production line.

This 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 6:00am–2:30pm) role offers $20.00–$22.01 per hour with a good-faith compensation range and benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, 401(k), HSA options, paid vacation, holidays, and more.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina for prolonged periods on your feet.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and assembly equipment to build water cooler models.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions to complete each component.
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality throughout the production process.
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
• Stand for long periods and work on your feet in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Stamina

Job description

$20/hour - 1st Shift Assembly – Lanark, IL

Hired as an Assembly Line Operator, you will build plant models of drinking fountains, bottle‑filling stations, and water coolers that are used worldwide. Each workstation assembles components to create these high‑quality products. The role supports the company’s reputation for integrity and innovation.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Operate hand tools and assembly equipment to build water cooler models.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions to complete each component.
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality throughout the production process.
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members to meet production goals.
• Stand for long periods and work on your feet in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience (preferred, not required).
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina for prolonged periods on your feet.

Work Hours

Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm (1st shift). Hours may be adjusted for overtime.

Salary and Compensation

Hourly wage: $20.00–$22.01. The compensation range is a good‑faith estimate and may vary based on skills, experience, education, and other factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Up to 3 weeks of paid vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Educational reimbursement
• Company stock purchase plan at a discount

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.