Machine Operator

Viant Medical; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Perfect Attendance Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Company‑paid life insurance and short/

Job summary

Viant Medical is seeking a Machine Operator to operate machinery and equipment in our manufacturing environment. You will work on 2nd or 3rd shift, ensuring product quality and meeting production rates with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The role requires basic blueprint reading, inspection knowledge, and the ability to work with small precision parts. Competitive hourly pay and a benefits‑rich environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of visual and dimensional inspection equipment and techniques.
• Basic shop math skills required.
• Working knowledge of reading basic blueprints and/or operation sheets.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with small precision parts.

Responsibilities

• Operates machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing of products.
• Follows all required work and maintenance instructions and procedures.
• Loads component materials into product specific tools.
• Inspects parts visually and dimensionally to assure conformance to requirements.
• Performs basic set‑up and operation of manual machines when required.
• Maintains machine maintenance and log.
• Follows established documentation for product manufacturing, including SOPs/work instructions, travelers, routers, prints and deviations.
• Cleans and maintains machinery as necessary.
• Performs other functions as required.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Inspection techniques

Shop math

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Machine Operator – (2nd / 3rd shift)

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Machine Operator – (2nd / 3rd shift)

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Join our team and produce products that save and enhance lives!

Shift Hours (includes 20 min paid lunch; Monday-Friday workweek)

• 2nd shift: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
• 3rd shift: 10:00 pm – 6:00 am

"We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $19.00-$23.00/hour, 10% shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law."

Benefits:

• New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!
• Perfect Attendance Bonus valued at $800 annually (prorated based on start date)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability benefits
• 17 days of paid time off (pro‑rated) and 10 paid Holidays

Work Environment:

• Climate Controlled Facility
• Clean & Comfortable Setting

Position Summary:

The employee will be mainly responsible for operating machines and equipment used in the manufacturing of products and will work with other employees to effectively meet or exceed expectations for product quality and production rates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing of products
• Follows all required work and maintenance instructions and procedures
• Loads component materials into product specific tools
• Inspects parts visually and dimensionally to assure conformance to requirements
• Performs basic set‑up and operation manual machines when required
• Maintains machine maintenance and log
• Follows established documentation for product manufacturing, including but not limited to SOPs/work instructions, travelers, routers, prints and deviations
• Cleans and maintains machinery as necessary.
• Performs other functions as required.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years experience operating machines in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Must have basic knowledge of visual and dimensional inspection equipment and techniques
• Basic shop math skills required
• Working knowledge of reading basic blueprints and/or operation sheets
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with small precision parts