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Methode Electronics, Inc.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company contribution

Job summary

Methode Electronics, Inc. is seeking a machine operator in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, responsible for machine setups and operating equipment to ensure product quality. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience setting up and operating machines. The role requires skills in blueprint interpretation and communication in English.

The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. This position emphasizes safety and quality in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience in machine setup and operation, or specialized training.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or drawings.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform machine set-up/changeover for product specifications.
• Operate equipment to meet production and quality goals.
• Conduct manual production operations as needed.

Skills

Machine setup

Blueprint interpretation

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Responsibilities

• Perform machine set-up/changeover to produce the required product or components by making mechanical adjustments to meet product specifications.
• Perform first time set-up of equipment for new products through programming, profiling, and mechanical/software adjustments.
• Operate equipment to achieve production requirements and quality goals. Make minor adjustments to correct machine output as needed.
• Perform manual production operations as required, e.g., apply labels, place components, load and unload equipment.
• Visually inspect machine output to verify proper assembly and workmanship standards are being met.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance activities in accordance with machine operation manual or maintenance work instruction.
• Maintain neat and orderly work areas and comply with all safety rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2+ years of experience setting up and operating machines, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification.
• Must have ability to read and interpret blueprints or drawings.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequent hand motion and repetitive tasks requiring hand‑eye coordination for assembling parts, occasional immediate reaching and overhead reaching to perform various duties, frequent standing to perform various duties, occasional walking for short amounts of time to perform various duties, extended sitting for long periods of time at desk or workstation.

Benefits and Perks

Methode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits.

Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance.

Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

EEO Statement

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.