Machine Operator 2nd & 3rd Shift

ITW Automotive; Lakeville (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Optical insurance

Life insurance

LTD insurance

401(k) Plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ITW Seat Components is hiring a Machine Operator for our Lakeville, CT facility. You will operate molding and assembly machines, load materials, perform quality checks, label and palletize finished parts, and maintain accurate production records.

The role requires standing for full shifts, lifting up to 55 lbs, and teamwork to meet production targets. We offer a competitive pay rate of about $21.89/hour with a 10% shift premium and benefits including medical, dental, optical insurance, life and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior manufacturing experience; plastic injection molding is a plus.
• Basic math skills and reasoning ability.
• Standing/walking for full shift and ability to lift up to 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Load, start up, and operate molding and assembly machines; shut down if necessary.
• Perform color changes and material handling.
• Conduct visual and functional quality inspections at intervals to ensure standards.
• Perform gaging to assure dimensional accuracy.
• Label products, palletize, and document production activities.
• Communicate machine/quality issues to supervisor and shifts about production needs.

Job description

Job Description

The Machine Operator is primarily responsible for working from written work instructions and job specific written procedures to perform assigned tasks. The primary responsibilities of this position include basic machine operations (pressing buttons) and monitoring to operate automatic machinery, that produce small plastic components for the automotive industry. Additionally, this role will require short-distance material handling of raw materials and finished goods.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load, start up, and operate molding machines, semi-automatic assembly machines, automatic assembly machines, or manual assembly machines; Shuts down if necessary
• Perform Color Changes and Material Handling
• Perform visual and functional quality inspection at predetermined intervals to assure product quality meets standards Material handling, monitoring of auxiliary equipment, and minor maintenance required
• Perform gaging as necessary to assure product meets dimensional standards
• Correctly label products and palletize for transfer to next operation
• Maintain accurate documentation to meet job requirements
• Communicate with prior and oncoming shifts to achieve production requirements and promote awareness
• Communicate any Machine/Quality issues immediately to supervisor
• Promote safety by abiding to all related policies and procedures of ITW Seat Components
• Follows all procedures as outlined by ISO 9001, OSHA and IATF 16949.
• Complete all additional tasks, as assigned

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in Manufacturing; experience working in plastic injection molding is a plus
• Basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Must be able to stand / walk for a full manufacturing shift
• Able to lift to 55 lbs. occasionally, with or without assistance
• Team player with good attitude and strong work ethic
• Good Communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Take this opportunity to join a successful global team that offers exceptional opportunities in your career development. You will enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits, including medical, dental, optical insurance, life and LTD insurance, 401(k) Plan (with competitive matching rates) and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation Information

19.90 with a 10% shift premium = Total: $21.89

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer.

We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.