Machine Operator - 1st Shift
MacLean-Fogg•Mundelein, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Machine Operator at our Mundelein, IL manufacturing facility. This is an entry-level production job built for people with little or no manufacturing experience, and you will learn machine operation, safety procedures, and quality inspection through structured training and hands-on coaching from experienced operators. You will start with supervised production work, material handling, and basic quality checks, then move into more independent machine operation as your skills grow.
Requirements
- No prior manufacturing experience required. Training is provided.
- No minimum education requirement.
- Willing to learn and apply new skills on the job.
- Available to work Monday through Friday, 4:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
- Able to perform the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or production environment.
- Experience reading a tape measure, calipers, or micrometers.
- Forklift or pallet jack experience.
- Exposure to 5S or lean manufacturing practices.
Responsibilities
- Complete structured training on machine operation, workplace safety, and quality standards.
- Load and unload raw materials and package finished goods.
- Monitor gauges and equipment during production runs and report readings outside of standard.
- Use basic measurement tools and inspection methods under supervision to check part quality.
- Follow standard work instructions exactly, with close guidance from your supervisor and trainer.
- Report safety hazards, unusual sounds, and equipment issues to your supervisor immediately.
- Clean and organize your work area, tools, and workstation using 5S practices.
- Follow all safety, environmental, and quality policies, and support other basic production tasks as you build technical skill.
Benefits
- Medical insurance with four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing
- Paid time off and paid holidays to rest, recharge, and spend time with family
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance available through voluntary coverage
- Paid parental leave following an eligible birth, adoption, or placement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health
- Four free therapy sessions each year for employees and each eligible family member
- Free 24/7 virtual healthcare through Teladoc
- Tuition reimbursement for eligible degrees and continuing education
- Professional and leadership development through LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs
- Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Virtual physical therapy through Hinge Health
- On-demand access to earned wages through PayActiv
- Employee wellness and savings programs, including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program
- Holiday appreciation gifts for employees and their families
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
