Machine Operator

Flash Technology, LLC; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Competitive health insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Flash Technology, LLC is seeking a Machine Operator in Dixon, Illinois to operate various fabricating machines. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing environment and will be responsible for loading materials, setting up machines, and ensuring quality output.

In addition to competitive health benefits and 401(k) with a company match, the position comes with generous paid time off to support a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1 year experience operating fabricating machinery.
• Ability to read tape measures and convert fractions.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials into machine.
• Setup and change tooling used in the machine.
• Operate machine controls for each work order.

Skills

Operating fabricating machinery

Reading and interpreting blueprints

Using precision hand tools

Spot welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As Machine Operator, you may operate fabricating machines, such as cutoff saws, shears, rolls, brakes, presses, forming machines, spinning machines and punch machines that cut shape and bend metal plates, sheets, tubes, and structures.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Load and unload materials into machine
• Setup and change tooling used in the machine
• Operate machine controls and change programming for each work order
• Interpret mechanical engineered drawings (blueprints)
• Troubleshoot issues with assistance
• Clean machines and complete preventative maintenance per schedule
• Complete necessary paperwork
• Report on supply levels
• Assist in other work areas as needed
• Additional duties as assigned

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1 year experience operating fabricating machinery
• Read a tape measure and ruler and convert fractions to decimals and decimals to fractions

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 1-2 years’ experience programming equipment
• Meet all product quality requirements
• Ability to use precision hand tools
• Spot welding

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Onsite
• The employee will be required to stand and walk for at least 8 hours.
• Regularly be required to push/pull material with assistance of overhead crane.
• Climb stairs, reach and bend regularly
• Occasionally sit, grasp, climb, crawl, twist, and work at heights.
• Occasionally lift, hold and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Manufacturing environment requires use of required Personal Protective Equipment, such as foot, eye and ear protection when in production locations
• Potential exposure to bad weather, excessive heat, and/or excessive noise

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. As required by law in this state, the estimated salary range for this position is $37,000 - $61,000 and represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect. We tailor our offers within the range based on organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic zone, and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This position is eligible to participate in a discretionary bonus, subject to the rules governing the plan. SPX offers a variety of benefits, including health benefits, 401K retirement with a company match, and paid time off. More information about our benefits can be found on the Rewards and Benefits section of our career page.

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.