Element Line Operator - 3rd Shift

Menk USA

Sterling (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Matching

Company-Paid Life and Disability Ins.

Vacation, PTO, and Holidays

Job summary

Menk USA is seeking an Element Line Operator to join our manufacturing team in Illinois. You will handle production orders, operate the line in manual and automatic modes, and load steel coils with an overhead crane. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient production.

You will troubleshoot equipment, read blueprints, perform setups, and participate in routine maintenance. A background check and drug screening are required, with a 10-hour shift expectation and a collaborative team

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Vocational/technical training or apprenticeship preferred.
Background check and pre-employment drug screening required.

Responsibilities

Input production order information, tolerances, and material lengths into operator control panels.
Operate the element line safely in manual and automatic modes.
Safely operate an overhead crane to load steel coils.
Mount steel coils onto the uncoiler in the correct position.
Feed steel through the roll former and press during setup and production.
Perform quick pallet and coil changes to minimize downtime.
Change gas cylinders as required.
Sequence production orders per schedule and available components.
Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot issues.
Perform routine machine adjustments and basic preventive maintenance.
Maintain a clean, hazard-free work area per safety/5S standards.
Follow all safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout.
Perform other duties to support operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

LOTO procedures

Troubleshooting equipment

Blueprints reading

Overhead crane operation

Data entry

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Stamina for 10-hour shift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical training or apprenticeship

Tools

Roll forming equipment

Basic computer skills for machine operation

Job description

Join Our Team as an Element Line Operator

Do you enjoy working with automated equipment and taking pride in producing high-quality products? Are you mechanically inclined and motivated by solving problems while keeping production moving safely and efficiently? At Menk, we manufacture high-quality radiator components that help keep heavy equipment operating at its best. We're looking for a dependable, safety-focused Element Line Operator to join our production team.

This role is perfect for someone who:

Enjoys hands-on manufacturing work
Is mechanically inclined and enjoys troubleshooting equipment
Takes safety and quality seriously
Thrives in a fast-paced production environment
Wants stability, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth

If you're ready to build your manufacturing career with a company that values teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement-we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Input production order information, tolerances, and material lengths into operator control panels.
Operate the element line safely in both manual and automatic operating modes.
Safely operate an overhead crane to load steel coils.
Mount steel coils onto the uncoiler in the correct position.
Feed steel through the roll former and press during setup and production.
Perform quick pallet changes and coil changes to minimize downtime.
Change gas cylinders as required.
Sequence production orders according to the manufacturing schedule and available components.
Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot equipment issues as they occur.
Perform routine machine adjustments and basic preventative maintenance.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area in accordance with safety and 5S standards.
Follow all company safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Quality Related Responsibilities:

Perform work in accordance with MENK USA LLC ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System requirements.
Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation requirements.
Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure customer specifications are met.
Identify and report quality concerns or nonconforming conditions.

Skills:

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic equipment maintenance.
Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
Ability to troubleshoot machine alarms and production issues.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals.
Ability to safely operate or learn to operate overhead cranes.
Basic computer skills for machine operation and data entry.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Ability to work productively throughout a 10-hour shift.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience:

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment required.
Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment, roll forming equipment, or similar production machinery preferred.
Overhead crane experience preferred.

Education and Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required.
Vocational training, technical education, or apprenticeship experience preferred.
Must successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Additional Role Criteria:

Employees must meet minimum competency requirements as defined in the company training matrix. Required training must be completed and maintained. Competencies will be evaluated through the performance appraisal process. Employees must be in good standing and actively employed at the time of transfer consideration.

Physical Requirements: