Precision Machine Operator – 2nd Shift (Sterling)

MacLean-Fogg Company; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Virtual healthcare

Job summary

Mallard Manufacturing, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is seeking a Machine Operator for our Sterling, Illinois facility. In this role, you will independently set up and operate production equipment, inspect parts, troubleshoot production issues, and help improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role operates on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:00 PM-11:00 PM) with on-site work and pay ranging from $21.57 to $22.98 per hour, full-time hourly employment. Overtime may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of prior machine operator experience.
• Ability to perform complete machine setups independently.
• Strong blueprint-reading and technical interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools.
• No formal education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling changes, calibration, and adjustments.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measurement equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve routine production issues independently, escalating more complex problems when needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Accurately document production data, downtime, and corrective actions.
• Support preventive maintenance by identifying equipment wear, damage, and recurring problems while maintaining machine cleanliness and daily care requirements.
• Provide informal guidance and technical assistance to less experienced operators and collaborate with quality and maintenance teams to support production.
• Recommend improvements that enhance safety, efficiency, or quality and participate in continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.

Skills

2-3 years machine operator experience

Independent machine setup

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement tools

No formal education requirement

Job description

Mallard Manufacturing, a MacLean-Fogg Company, is seeking a Machine Operator for our Sterling, Illinois facility. In this role, you will independently set up and operate production equipment, inspect parts, troubleshoot production issues, and help improve safety, quality, and efficiency.

This role operates on 2nd shift (Mon-Fri, 3:00 PM-11:00 PM) with on-site work and pay ranging from $21.57 to $22.98 per hour, full-time hourly employment. Overtime may be required based on business needs.