Machine Operator

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Quarterly bonuses/commission

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc. is seeking a dedicated Machine Operator in West Chicago, IL to set up, run, and maintain autofill lines with a focus on quality and safety. The role involves packing, labeling, and documenting output, while ensuring materials are ready to meet production plans.

Shifts run 6:00 am–4:30 pm with overtime as needed. Candidates should have a GED, a valid IL driver’s license, PIT certification, and at least 1 year of related experience. Remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.
• SST Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification required (will certify at hire).
• 1 year of related experience or training.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, clean, control, and adjust machine settings.
• Pack, set up, operate, and troubleshoot packing and labeling equipment.
• Inspect and audit finished goods for quality and safety.
• Maintain activity logs and enter data in SAP/Kronos and internal systems.
• Move materials using pallet jack and related equipment.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Safety

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

PIT Certification

Cartridge filling equipment

Shrink wrap equipment

Job description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

As a Machine Operator you are responsible for operating the assigned machinery, ensuring it runs smoothly, works at capacity without issue, and is appropriately maintained to ensure quality products. You will often be assigned to an autofill team to run an autofill line safely, efficiently, and cohesively to ensure product meets quality standards. You will be responsible for collaborating to ensure all raw materials and components are available to meet production plans and ensure all customer demands are met with a focus on quality and safety practices. This position works a 10 hr shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, with overtime as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Set up, calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, clean, control, and adjust machine settings monitoring the flow of raw material or parts to semi-automated and autofill machines. (60%)
• Pack, set up, operate, and troubleshooting packing and labeling equipment performing minor repairs when required. (10%)
• Inspect and audit finished goods with attention to detail to ensure quality and safety metrics are met. Fix issues that occur during the shift by checking output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws and effectively communicating and/or escalating issues that arise in your assigned machine cell (10%)
• Ensure accountability by keeping accurate records of approved and defective units or final products. Maintain activity logs. Perform job related data entry and labor scanning within SAP, Kronos, and other internal systems (10%)
• Use powered walk-behind and pallet jack to move material to or from machines (5%)
• Completes other tasks assigned. (5%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.
• SST Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification required (will certify at hire).
• 1 year of related experience or training.
• Communication: Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a minimum of 6th grade level.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Math Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Analysis/Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Safety: Ability to consistently prioritize safety by demonstrating a safe work practice by promoting a safe work environment.
• Equipment: Ability to operate pallet jack.
• Knowledge of cartridge filling equipment, material drum presses and pumps, and shrink wrap equipment (preferred).
• Quality: Ability to follow both written and oral instructions, including safety guidelines, work instructions, and company policies.
• Technical: Ability to access and execute virtual transactions on the company tablet/computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, see, talk, and hear. This role operates large equipment and needs to constantly position self to maintain the operation of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and heavier weights with proper equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The job may risk exposure to heat and/or cold, wet, or humid conditions, fumes and/or noxious odors, toxic/caustic chemicals, dust, loud noise levels and moving mechanical parts.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

This position requires domestic and international travel up to 5% of the time.

WORK STATUS AND LOCATION

This full-time position is in West Chicago, IL.

Relocation is not available for this position.

PAY

$20.91 - $31.39 / hour

REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.

Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more.

View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with our values and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our communities, we are an equal opportunity employer.

This means that our employment decisions are based on your qualifications and merit, and our business needs.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful drug screen and criminal background check, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.