Machine Operator

Paycom; Morton, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Morton Industries LLC in Morton, IL is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator to transform raw material into precision parts. You will run mills, presses, saws, and related fabrication equipment, reading blueprints and ensuring parts meet specs.

Ideal candidates show hunger, humility, and smarts, with a strong work ethic and teamwork mindset. The role offers competitive hourly pay and full benefits with room for advancement within a growing company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read prints and job specs.
• Comfort using measuring tools for quality checks.
• Ability to operate fabrication equipment and perform basic machine care.

Responsibilities

• Operate mills, presses, saws, or other fabrication equipment.
• Read prints or specs to ensure parts are produced correctly.
• Load material and position parts for machining.
• Check finished parts with measuring tools for quality.
• Remove burrs and prep parts for next step.
• Make small adjustments to machines to keep production running smoothly.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and tooling adjustments.
• Prepare finished parts for next stage.

Skills

Machine operation

Reading prints

Measuring tools

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Milling machines

Fabrication equipment

Job description

# Machine OperatorMorton North - Morton, IL 61550## OverviewSalary Range$22.00 - $32.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeTravel PercentageLess than 10%## Machine Operator**Work Is Strong Right Now**Which means we’re growing.For more than **80 years**, Morton Industries has built a reputation for doing fabrication the right way — tube, sheet, and enclosure work that ends up in equipment used all over the world.And the reason we keep growing is simple:**The people in the building.**We’re looking for the kind of people who take pride in doing things right.If you’re **hungry, humble, and smart**, you’ll probably like it here.**Quick Question**Do you like working with machines?Do you like taking raw material and turning it into something real?Do you like being part of a team that actually backs each other up?If that sounds like you, keep reading.**The Morton Way**These aren’t buzzwords here. They’re how the place actually runs.**Integrity in Action** We do the right thing — even when nobody’s watching.**Focused on Team Success** No lone wolves here. We win together.**Driven to Deliver** When we commit to something, we follow through.**Consistent Progress** We’re always improving our people and our processes.**Professional Authenticity** Be yourself. Bring your strengths. Do excellent work.If those values sound like you, you’ll fit right in.**What You’ll Actually Be Doing**As a **Machine Operator**, you’ll be running equipment that turns raw material into real parts used across industries.Your day might include:• Operating machines like mills, presses, saws, or other fabrication equipment • Reading prints or job specs so parts are produced correctly • Loading material and positioning parts for machining or processing • Checking finished parts with measuring tools to make sure quality is right • Removing burrs or imperfections so parts are ready for the next step • Making small adjustments to machines to keep production running smoothly • Performing basic machine care like oiling or tooling adjustments • Counting, stacking, and preparing finished parts for the next stageSome machines move fast.Some require precision.Either way, you’re part of the team that **turns steel into finished parts that ship out into the world.****Who Thrives Here**Let’s keep it simple.The people who do well at Morton tend to be:**Hungry** You want to work and keep getting better.**Humble** You take feedback well and work as part of a team.**Smart** You pay attention, learn quickly, and figure things out.We can teach machines.We can teach processes.**What we can’t teach is work ethic.****What You Get**If you’re going to work hard, you should be rewarded for it.Here’s what comes with the job:• **$20–$28 per hour starting pay** • **15% shift premium** • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance • **401(k) with company match** • **Paid holidays and paid time off** • Company-paid life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability coverageAnd a few things we’re especially proud of:• **Ramsay SmartDollar financial wellness program** to help you take control of your money • **Real upward mobility — over 100 internal promotions in the past two years** • Clean, organized manufacturing facilities • A team culture where people actually support each otherIf you show up, work hard, and keep improving, there’s room to grow here.A lot of people start in production and move into **machine setup, leadership roles, or other opportunities across the company.****Not Sure If You're Qualified?**Apply anyway.We hire for **character first**.If you’re **hungry, humble, and smart**, we can teach the rest.**Join a Team That Builds Things the Right Way**Morton Industries operates **five facilities across the United States** and continues to grow because of our commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.The parts we build support equipment used across industries around the world.But the real difference?**The people in the building.**If you’re ready to be part of that team, we’d love to meet you.Morton Industries LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer## Qualifications**PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**High School Diploma or equivalent