Assembly Cell Operator - 1st Shift

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title: Assembly Cell Operator (1st Shift)

Location: Alsip, IL

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Pay Range: Starting Pay will be $22.85 per hour.

About Us:
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Summary:
The Assembler is responsible for assembling all pumps with excellent workmanship and efficiency. Join us in making Alsip, IL an outstanding place to work where both our team and our company thrive!

Responsibilities:
• Use manual dexterity to assemble small components.
• Perform operations and adjust testing equipment to maintain excellent efficiency and flow of work.
• Perform work such as fitting parts to close tolerances, adjusting for working and proper operation. Performs to Standard Work Instructions.
• Participates in '5 Whys' problem-solving exercises.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Embrace IR Business Systems tools to accomplish duties and drive continuous improvements.
• Be aware and awake to company safety procedures and standards to insure individual and collective safety, in addition to avoiding unnecessary risk to oneself, co-workers, contractors, customers, and property. Be a stand for safety having the courage to call forth and report unsafe practices.
• All other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:
• At least 3 (three) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• At least 2 (two) or more years of assembly experience
• At least 2 (two) or more years of experience utilizing measuring devices such as micrometers, gages, meters, calipers, and other measuring tools.
• At least 2 (two) or more years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, written and/or verbal instructions.
• At least 2 (two) or more years of experience fitting parts with close tolerances (example : 0.002)

Core Competencies:
• Mechanical Aptitude & Technical Skills: Strong understanding and hands-on experience with precision tools, machinery, and industrial processes, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in speaking and reading English.
• Strong competency in critical thinking and effective problem-solving within technical or fast-paced environments.

Preferences:
• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent Preferred
• Soldering experience is a plus

Work Arrangement & Physical Requirements:
• An onsite industrial manufacturing position, with exposure to noise, heat, cold, fumes, and chemicals.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to knee, bend, climb a ladder, and work in restricted spaces, walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in high elevations, i.e., scissor lift.

Union Relationship:
We proudly partner with District No. 8 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers with a closed shop, which means that all hourly employees are union members.
• New employees are regarded as probationary for the first 60 working days of their employment.
• After probation, the employee will join the union with an initiation.
• We offer our union employees a full benefit package in alignment with our agreement.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements:
• This position will be fully based on site based at our Alsip, IL location

What we Offer:
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit

TO APPLY: Please apply via our website to be considered for this position.

What We Offer


At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.