Manufacturing Technician I (1st shift)

divh2Fastener Manufacturing Equipment Operator/h2pITW Residential Mechanical Fastening offers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include structural wood fasteners, concrete anchoring systems, underlayment screws, self-drilling screws and drywall anchoring systems. ITW Residential Mechanical Fastening excels in meeting the growing demands from Pro end-users for high-quality home improvement and construction fastening products. Our products are trusted by industry professionals and each brand is the market leader in its respective category in terms of quality, performance and ease of use./ph3Position Summary/h3pThis position is responsible for the setup, operation, and preventative maintenance of Fastener Manufacturing equipment to produce according to quality specifications safely. This is a 1st shift position. The hours are 6am 230pm, Monday Friday./ph3Primary Responsibilities/h3ulliPerforms setup and operates a variety of in-lined equipment to cold head, point and thread-roll fasteners for commercial construction applications./liliPerform routine and non-routine maintenance on equipment, including preventive maintenance tasks./liliPerforms quality checks in adherence to specifications sheets including first piece approval; will also be responsible for documentation./liliDrives safety practices and procedures including identifying safety hazards./liliAnalyze and troubleshoot production and equipment failures./liliPerform full inspection of all incoming tooling./liliResponsible for monitoring the performance of production equipment and supporting implementation of upgrades and enhancements to equipment and fixtures./liliAssist with the installation of equipment as needed./liliEnsures all housekeeping practices and procedures are met./liliPerforms 6-S activities and improvements as required./liliConducts final inspections of all finished products and signs off on compliance with specifications./liliWorks with and trains other team members and participates in team events and meetings./liliMust be willing and able to work as machine operator running lines./liliOther duties as assigned./li/ulh3Job Requirements/h3ulliHigh School Diploma or GED/liliAt least five years of experience in high-volume manufacturing (e.g., equipment setup/operation/changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventive maintenance)/liliWilling to work assigned shift with some mandatory overtime including weekends/liliAbility to interpret blueprints, schematics and following instructions./liliPrior experience with hand tools (e.g., wrenches)/liliAbility to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution/liliMust be able to work in a team environment/liliMust have reliable transportation as this job may require travel between Roselle and Itasca facilities/liliAble to communicate effectively both orally and in writing./liliGeneral housekeeping duties/liliAbility to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds/li/ulh3Work Environment:/h3pThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical manufacturing working conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions./ph3Physical Demands:/h3pThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions./ppThe employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to be present and walk through an active construction site in various weather conditions. Be able to follow and use specific job site safety equipment and procedures. Must be able to handle various company products such as steel products, tools, and construction chemicals while following proper safety guidelines established by the company. Ability to hear safety noises in the facility as well. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel./ph3Compensation Information:/h3pWe believe our people are our greatest asset. Thats why we invest in creating an environment where you can thriveboth personally and professionally. For more details, visit our Benefits page./ppIn addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave./ppBase hourly range for this position is $29.00 33.00. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidates work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations./ppITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential./ppAs an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship./ppAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws./p/div