Production Machine Operator - 2nd Shift ($17/hr)

Nidec Motor Corporation; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation in Illinois is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Operator to run automated machinery and support continuous improvement initiatives.

You will follow verbal and written instructions, perform setup adjustments, monitor operations, ensure product quality, maintain logs, and work safely with team members on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing operations experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic math and follow safety procedures.
• Able to learn, understand and adhere to all applicable safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery following verbal and written instructions and standard work instructions.
• Make routine adjustments and set-ups of equipment for measurable variables such as length, temperature, or process speed.
• Load raw material into the machine, complete minor changeovers, monitor machine operations, and inspect parts to ensure job specs.
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift.
• Maintain activity logs.
• Participate in cross-training with other related positions.
• Support and participate in the company's management and quality system, including continuous improvement efforts.
• Notify group leader or supervisor of any problems or non-conforming product.
• Support and implement the Environmental policy as it pertains to work activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Manufacturing assembly experience

Simple math computation

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Run automated machinery to ensure that manufacturing procedures are carried out.

Job Description

Primary responsibilities:

• Operate machinery following specific verbal and written instructions and standard work instructions
• Make routine adjustments and set‑ups of equipment for measurable variables such as length, temperature, or process speed
• Load raw material into the machine, complete minor changeovers, monitor machine operations, and inspect completed parts to ensure job specifications are maintained
• Maintain and clean machines before and after each shift
• Maintain activity logs
• Participate in cross‑training activities with other related positions
• Support and participate in the company’s management and quality system, including continuous improvement efforts
• Notify group leader or supervisor of any problems or non‑conforming product
• Support and implement the Environmental policy as it pertains to work activities
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the activities enumerated above

Experience

1+ years

Education

High School or Equivalent

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Previous 2+ years of manufacturing assembly experience desired
• Ability to perform simple math computation
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with others
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to all applicable safety precautions and procedures

Scope of Supervision

N/A

Travel Required

N/A

Physical Demand (Special Considerations)

Long periods of sitting or standing. Require excellent visual acuity to identify visual defects and manual dexterity to handle small components. Operator may lift materials weighing mostly under fifteen pounds.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This position description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the skills, aptitudes, competencies and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf