Operator Mechanic - 3rd Shift

J L Clark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL seeks an experienced Die Setter/Machine Operator to install, adjust and maintain fabrication equipment. You will contribute to efficient production and tool alignment on the line.

Under supervision or with minimal oversight, you will read product and tool drawings, perform quality checks, and support maintenance tasks to keep tooling and equipment in top condition. This role emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and proactive problem solving in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing experience in machine operation and basic maintenance.
• Experience reading engineering prints is preferred.
• Familiar with measurement gauges and tools.

Responsibilities

• Die Setter: install, adjust and maintain all fabrication equipment and lines.
• Machine Operator: perform line operation, quality checks, counts, jams, and routine maintenance.
• Maintenance of Equipment: ensure tools and equipment are clean and ready for use; report needs.
• Troubleshooting: resolve quality and performance deviations.
• House keeping: keep areas safe, orderly, and clean; manage inventories.
• Safety: observe safety rules and report hazards.
• Duties as Assigned: perform tasks as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Machine operation

Maintenance experience

Quality checks

Education

High school diploma

Vocational courses

Tools

Engineering drawings

Measurement gauges

Computer driven logic

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Rockford Metals - Rockford, IL 61104Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $26.62 - $27.99 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Any ShiftJob Category: Manufacturing

Position summary

Is capable of performing all duties and responsibilities required for Die Setting and Machine Operating. Without supervision is capable of installing, adjusting and maintaining all fabrication equipment including the most complex equipment within assigned department or area. Offers recommendations and is consulted on improved methods or alternatives to tools and production lines.

Education, Training & Experience:

Education equivalent to vocational or high school which could include short specialty courses.

qualifications

**Required**

• Prior manufacturing experience, including machine operation and entry level maintenance work.

**Preferred**

• Prior experience with blank and draw/body making machines, computer driven logic programs, and use of technical measurement tools and gauges within tight tolerances. Experience in reading engineering prints.

Relationships:

Inspection, Machine Shop, Tool Room, Maintenance, and Fabrication personnel.

Supervisory RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

Supervised By:

Lead die setter/fabrication manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Duties normal to the job: (listed by importance)

• Die Setter Capable of installing, adjusting and maintaining all fabrication equipment. Responsible for setting up and maintaining efficient production of assigned equipment. Recommends to supervisor and is consulted on improved methods or alterations to tools and production lines. Is able to read and interpret product and tool engineering drawings so proper installation of new and/or existing tools and production lines is accomplished.
• Machine Operator Must be capable of and is responsible for operating the line to which they are assigned. Including all quality checks, hourly counts, pulling jam, daily service to the production line, and diagnose/resolve minor tooling issues related to the integrity of the product.
• Maintenance of Equipment Is responsible for the condition and maintenance of tools and equipment should be clean and in proper operating condition prior to storage. Supervisor and lead die setter should be apprised of conditions requiring tool room, machine shop, or maintenance service. Is able to perform appropriate level Professional Maintenance (PM) tasks and record findings and track scheduling in EMaintenance.
• Troubleshooting It is required to perform troubleshooting to resolve issues related to both quality and performance. Die setter/machine operators a required to be reactive to quality checks and performance counts which deviate from the standards for the line they are operating in order to make necessary adjustments and resolve deviations from standard.
• House keeping Keeps departmental work areas, aisles, and storage areas safe, orderly and free of obstructions. Must properly store items so maximum use of area is accomplished. Also responsible for general housekeeping, inventories and re-warehousing. This includes sweeping on a regular basis when needed/instructed.
• Safety Responsible for observing safety rules at all times. Reports unsafe conditions immediately to their supervisor. Reports any and all dropped/spilled loads.
• Duties as Assigned Duties assigned by their supervisor/leads