Machine Operator - 3rd shift, 11:00pm - 7:00am, $21.73 hourly + $2.25 shift premium plus *Sign-on Bonus*

Stanley Black & Decker; Decorah (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Decorah, IA, is seeking a Machine Operator for the 3rd shift (11:00pm–7:00am). You will set up and run machines to produce fasteners, ensure quality, and meet production goals under supervision. A strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills are required.

You will join a collaborative manufacturing team, adhere to SPC/IATF16949 guidelines, and participate in continuous improvement efforts while maintaining clean, safe work areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Demonstrated base mechanical skills and aptitude.
• Basic math skills for blueprint reading and gauging.
• Ability to work well with others and communicate in English.
• Ability to learn and comply with safety guidelines and IATF16949/ISO14001 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines under supervision to meet print requirements.
• Read manufacturing blueprints and select proper tooling with supervision.
• Identify and address simple tooling and maintenance problems; escalate complex issues.
• Maintain productivity of 40–60% of machine group capacities and communicate shifts.
• Perform housekeeping and safety checks; follow all safety rules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Communication in English

Teamwork

Learning orientation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator - 3rd shift, 11:00pm - 7:00am, $21.73 hourly + $2.25 shift premium plus **Sign-on Bonus**

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

STANLEY® Engineered Fastening is the global leader in precision fastening and assembly solutions, with a history spanning nearly 100 years. Our portfolio features industry-leading brands such as Avdel®, Integra™, Nelson®, Optima®, POP®, and Tucker®. We empower engineers in Automotive, Aerospace, and Industrial sectors with innovative products that ensure efficiency, reliability, and quality in manufacturing processes. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and creativity. Our skilled team develops, manufactures, and distributes cutting-edge fastening and joining solutions to meet modern engineering and manufacturing challenges.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join us and be part of a company at the forefront of technological evolution, delivering solutions that shape the future of the fastening industry.

What You’ll Do:

As a Machine Operator, you’ll be part of our manufacturing team located in Decorah, IA.

You’ll get to:

With supervision, maintains high-quality standards and meets production requirements in the set-up and manufacture of fasteners on one or more varieties of manufacturing equipment.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES:

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

• Follows all established SPC procedures, including those described in the Company’s SPC guidelines.
  • Shall have a basic understanding of how to complete SPC sampling and charting and do any additional required SP paperwork.
  • Must be able to identify and respond to various patterns or conditions that occur on SPC charts.
• Follows all first piece inspection procedures and assists other operators with first piece inspection.
• Responsible for legible completion and signing of production prints, hourly.
• Ability to use all gages and gaging techniques as required and uses personal micrometer and caliper.
• Maintains required quality levels and does not exceed scrap or discrepant material limitations.

PRODUCTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to set-up and operate one or more varieties of machines under close supervision to meet print requirements.
• Be able to read all manufacturing blueprints and select proper tooling or tool rework with supervision.
• Evaluates simple tooling and simple maintenance problems independently and refers more difficult and complex problems to lead person or supervisor.
• Maintains production efficiencies of 40%-60% of machine group capacities.
• Communicates all necessary information through shift changes.
• Makes minor repairs and assists maintenance in major repairs.
• Other duties as assigned by lead person or supervisor.

EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE/SAFETY/HOUSEKEEPING:

• Provides preventive maintenance on machines, including oil changes and greasing at proper time intervals.
• Observes machines for proper operation and reports problems to lead person or supervisor.
• Follows all company safety rules and OSHA regulations, wears all prescribed safety equipment in carrying out work assignments and reports any hazardous conditions to lead person or supervisor.
• Ensures machines are cleaned out thoroughly after each order and floors workbenches, tool carts and gage tables are kept neat and orderly.

Must be available to work overtime as needed. Record date for SPC and IATF16949 documentation.

Who You Are:

You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:

Required Skills:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Demonstrated base mechanical skills, aptitude.

Basic math skills, add, subtract, multiply and divide, for blueprint reading, gaging, etc.

Ability to work well with others.

Ability to communicate in English in both written and verbal formats.

Ability to identify basic equipment problems.

Ability to visualize and understand the manufacturing process.

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Ability to legibly complete signoffs and record data for IATF16949 requirements.

Ability to learn and comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and practices.

Ability to gain knowledge in IATF16949 and ISO14001 requirements.

Preferred Skills & Abilities:

Previous manufacturing experience.

Previous machine or set-up/operating experience.

Previous experience reading gages, micrometers and blueprints.

Forklift operation/material-handling experience.

Computer literate.

What You’ll Receive:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.