Set-Up Operator

Korn Ferry; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 47,527; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry is partnering with a global manufacturer in Elgin, IL to hire a Set-Up Operator. The role requires at least 4 years of U.S. military active duty experience, with a heavy maintenance background, and involves die setup, tool changeovers, and equipment troubleshooting.

The candidate will lift up to 50 lbs, adjust machines, and inspect first-off pieces for quality. Strong mechanical and maintenance skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years US Military Active Duty experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Experience maintaining dies, machines, hydraulics and conveyors.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Set die into machine and adjust program settings per set up charts.
• Write new set up instructions for new tools.
• Troubleshoot machine/set up parameters based on defects.
• Monitor die operation and deliver first off pieces for quality inspection.
• Observe casting/molding machine operations and check product quality for defects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Set up charts reading

Hydraulics knowledge

Heavy equipment awareness

Job description

PLEASE NOTE: this client is specifically seeking candidates with at least 4 years of Active Duty U.S. military experience – HEAVY MAINTENANCE BACKGROUND REQUIRED

Korn Ferry Military Division has partnered with our client on their search for a Set-Up Operator based out of their Elgin IL (40 miles NW of Chicago) facility. They are a global manufacturer of metal die cast precision components, offering plenty of room for career growth.

Compensation: $25.00-34.50/hour

What You Will Do

• Responsible for setting die into machine and making any adjustments to machine program settings as needed; must be able to understand and follow established set up chart instructions.
• Responsible for writing new set up instructions for new tools.
• Responsible for problem solving the machine / set up parameters based on any defects observed.
• Ensure the die is running properly; gather first off pieces following set up and deliver to quality for inspection.
• Responsible for observing and checking assigned casting/molding machine operations. Responsible for observing quality of products for excessive flash, surface finish of casting and other obvious or specifically cautioned defects.
• Will be required to frequently lift, carry, and move material(s) (weight varies, up to 50lbs.)

Education and Work Experience

• At least 4 years US Military Active Duty experience required (target preference: Aviation Maintenance Technicians, Navy Machinist's Mates (MM), Army Maintenance Technicians (91-series), Industrial Maintenance Technicians, Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanics, Heavy Equipment Mechanics, HVAC and Mechanical Systems Technicians)
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and experience maintaining complex equipment and machinery; will troubleshoot hydraulics, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, motors, pneumatic systems, and production equipment.
• Will be required to frequently lift, carry, and move material(s) (weight varies, up to 50lbs.)