Machine Operator

ZipRecruiter; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an individual for production tasks involving continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of manufacturing experience, showcasing mechanical skills and the ability to work independently in a cleanroom. With competitive hourly wages and an emphasis on safety and teamwork, this role supports vital production processes.

Benefits

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Smiths Excellence Awards for recognition

Celebration of diversity and ethics

Qualifications

• 1 year of manufacturing experience required.
• Cleanroom or lab experience preferred.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform production tasks in line with industry standards.
• Accurate data entry and attention to detail.
• Become proficient in all operator roles.

Skills

Mechanical inclination

Ability to work independently

Chemical handling experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies.

We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.

John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries.

Job Description

Under supervision of the Department Supervisor and Section Lead, safely perform production tasks in line with industry standards. Works in a continuous improvement mindset and actively participates in continuous improvement activities.

• Follow detailed work instructions & processes to insure high quality product
• Accurate quality data entry and attention to detail
• Maintain an organized and clean work environment
• Accurately package and coordinate shipping of products
• Become proficient in all operator roles
• Manage daily assigned tasks to assure completion each shift
• Meet or exceed goals and contribute to improving overall company metrics
• Become an active member of our manufacturing team helping to drive continuous improvement
• Gain full working knowledge of an intricate set of production tools (metrology, CVD reactors, lab equipment, etc.)
• Maintain a clean and Safe work Environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of manufacturing experience
• Ability to work independently & be accountable
• Mechanical inclination
• Cleanroom or lab experience
• Chemical handling experience
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements including safety shoes and safety glasses.

Hourly Range

$18.75/hr - $24.00/hr USD (DOE)

Additional Information

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our . To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity.

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network.

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future.

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