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 machines that emboss holographic images and slit film rolls safely and efficiently. The role includes monitoring production and product quality, making adjustments and machine changeovers, handling materials, and recording production information in accordance with standard operating procedures and job orders. Operators may cross-train on equipment in other teams and assist other operators as needed. The position is on the third shift, Monday through Friday, from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with overtime and weekend work required as described in the posting.
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, NA, 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, including 1 to 2 weekends at least 1 to 2 times a month.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or mechanical aptitude.
- Experience with 5S.
Responsibilities
- Read production schedules to determine the timing of machine changeovers and runs.
- Ensure sufficient inventory is available for production.
- Start and stop machines using control panels.
- Align or fasten machine parts, such as rollers and blades, using hand tools.
- Thread or feed film through rollers and adjust machine or product temperature, speed, and flow rate.
- Observe machines and products during operation to identify defects or deviations from specifications and make needed adjustments.
- Record production run quantities according to 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 unwind and rewind machine components.
- Monitor embossing processes, inspect materials for visible defects, and adjust machines when necessary.
- 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; perform some heavy lifting.
- 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 on 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
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
