Machine/Equipment Operator
About The Position
ITW Specialty Films, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., designs, manufactures, and markets specialized holographic films for consumer packaging, trading cards, and lottery markets under the ShineMark brand. The Machine/Equipment Operator operates and sets up equipment used to emboss holographic images and slit rolls of film safely and efficiently. The role involves running and changing over machines, monitoring production and product quality, handling materials, and maintaining equipment. The operator may cross-train on equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The operator must be willing to work overtime and weekends every other week. Compensation is $22.00–$24.00, based on job history, experience, and suitability for the position. The campus is 100% non-smoking, and candidates must agree to comply with this policy.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good judgment.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to learn and flexibility to work in other departments within ITW ShineMark, North America, as assigned.
- Ability to adapt to a challenging and demanding work environment.
- Ability to complete a respiratory clearance exam and use a respirator as needed for certain aspects of the position.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 65 pounds as needed.
- Must agree to comply with the campus's 100% non-smoking policy.
- Must be willing to work overtime and weekends every other week.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or mechanical aptitude.
- Experience with 5S.
Responsibilities
- Read production schedules to determine machine changeover and run timing.
- Ensure sufficient inventory is available for production.
- Start and stop machines using control panels.
- Align or fasten machine parts, including rollers and blades, using hand tools.
- Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust machine or product temperature, speed, and flow rate.
- Monitor machines and products for defects or deviations from specifications and make adjustments as needed.
- Record production quantities in accordance with SOPs and job orders, and perform quality-control checks on products and materials.
- Consult with the Team Lead and/or technical staff about questionable items.
- Perform machine changeovers, adjust slit width, and load and unload materials from machine unwind and rewind sections.
- Monitor embossing processes and inspect material for visible defects, making machine adjustments when needed.
- Clean machines and parts between runs, one to several times per shift.
- Load, unload, pack, and transport products and machine parts using carts, pallet jacks, or forklifts/fork trucks; some heavy lifting is required.
- Operate and drive a forklift/fork truck.
- Use computer equipment to print production run sheets and labels and perform QA testing.
- Follow hazardous-material handling requirements when working with solvents.
- Learn product codes, the color numbering system, and formulas.
- Cross-train and operate equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed.
Benefits
- Sick time
- Vacation time
- Holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
