Precision Wire-Forming Setup Operator

Smalley-Steel-Rin; Lake Zurich (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Smalley is hiring for a machine operator role in Illinois. You will learn to independently set up and operate high-speed machinery, load wire safely, and manage tooling and spools. The job emphasizes precision inspection using micrometers and calipers and basic troubleshooting to keep production on track.

We offer a competitive hourly wage and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off. Training and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment and operating high speed equipment.
• Ability to set up machines and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to measure parts with micrometers and calipers; maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Learns to independently set up 25% and operate 100% of machine groups in the area.
• Opens and closes jobs, loads wire safely with appropriate tools, and manages spools.
• Measures and inspects wire quality throughout setup; uses micrometers and calipers.
• Performs basic troubleshooting and communicates machine issues to operators.
• Upholds defined quality standards to ensure customer satisfaction and efficiency.

Skills

Machine setup

High speed equipment

Troubleshooting

Micrometers

Calipers

Quality standards

Job description

Smalley is hiring for a machine operator role in Illinois. You will learn to independently set up and operate high-speed machinery, load wire safely, and manage tooling and spools. The job emphasizes precision inspection using micrometers and calipers and basic troubleshooting to keep production on track.

We offer a competitive hourly wage and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off. Training and growth opportunities are available.