IFC Operator

Johnson Electric Group • Vandalia, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The IFC Operator supports the Group Lead and Supervisor in maintaining quality, productivity, and on-time delivery within the assigned department. The role involves lamination operations, precision inspection, machine setup, and production quality. The operator helps guide production operators, maintain process performance, and ensure products meet established specifications.

The position is onsite in Vandalia, Ohio, in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment. It involves frequent use of visual inspection and precision measurement equipment, repetitive and detailed hand operations, and regular interaction with production machinery and automated equipment. Applicable personal protective equipment must be used, and safety procedures followed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, routers, Bills of Materials, blueprints, and process specifications.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong attention to detail when performing intricate and repetitive operations.
• Ability to use precision measurement and visual inspection equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setup procedures.
• Ability to complete required inspections and accurately document results.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures consistently and safely.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lamination, automated cutting, winding, or precision assembly processes.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, microscopes, eye loupes, or other inspection equipment.
• Exposure to CMM equipment or dimensional inspection programs.
• Experience setting up manufacturing equipment according to routers or job packets.
• Previous experience in electronics, medical technology, or precision manufacturing.
• Experience guiding or training other production operators.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group Lead and Supervisor in achieving quality, productivity, and on-time delivery targets.
• Guide production operators in following established processes and achieving performance expectations.
• Set up and operate equipment used in lamination processes, including winders, automated cutters, CMM equipment, and lamination machines.
• Verify machine setups against routers, job documentation, and established process requirements.
• Use inspection tools to measure critical dimensions.
• Run approved CMM programs after completing required on-the-job training.
• Read and interpret work instructions, routers, Bills of Materials, blueprints, and process specifications.
• Conduct quality inspections at the beginning and end of production runs and at required intervals throughout the process.
• Inspect own work to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
• Document inspection results and report process or product deviations.
• Help maintain smooth production flow by identifying and communicating equipment, material, process, or quality concerns.
• Follow applicable safety requirements, standard operating procedures, and quality-control practices.
• Maintain an organized and clean work area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Recognition programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
• Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Work under experienced and visionary leaders.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED