Operator

RTC•Romeoville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Set-Up and Operator ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards.

Requirements

Basic computer/technical skills
Thorough understanding of mechanics and other properties of CNC machine.
Ability to communicate both verbally and written in English to understand work instructions, diagrams and blueprints.
Ability to follow proper safety protocols.
Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications for expectations such as fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates.
Capable of lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds
Ability to bend, stretch, squat, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms 8 hours or more and climb to access all parts of the machine.
Must be able to work in noisy environments.
Willing and able to work overtime and as required
Willing to work any shift as necessary
Strong work ethic / Positive attitude / Self-motivated
Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized
Must be 18 years or older.
High school diploma or equivalent required
CNC Certification with at least one year of experience as a set up - machine operator required.

Nice To Haves

technical/vocational school diploma highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Studies blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed.
Places and secures workpieces in machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
Observes machine using measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers are in proper working order.
Responsible to produce first piece samples, completing all necessary paperwork, and performs quality tests to comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions
Ability to troubleshoot/problem solve on own or when needed confers with quality and engineering to resolve problems of specifications, materials, tooling, procedures or processes affecting quality
Visually inspects parts to assure conformance with standards and customer requirements
Loads and unloads raw material from CNC machine.
Observes all safety requirements including required Lockout/Tag out, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Works closely with maintenance to ensure tooling and equipment are in good operating condition
Ability to train machine operators to run machines after being set up and first article inspection has occurred.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

401(K) Plan of 6% with 3% company match (we also offer a Roth option!)
Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Dental & Vision Insurance
Life Insurance (max of $50K - you can purchase more)
Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
13 PTO Days (Full Year)
Annual Union Salary Increase
Eligible for a potential weekly bonus of $15 based on attendance
Annual Profit Sharing contributions (lump sum, depending on company results)
11 Paid Holidays
$0.35 cent raise after 3 & 6 months of Employment
Service Awards ($100 gift card for every 5 years)
Wellness PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at all 3 plant locations.
Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan.
Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.