Company Description

Permatex, Inc. a division of Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW); is a leading manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of premium chemical products to the automotive maintenance and repair, home and hardware markets. Core brands include: Permatex®, Fast Orange®, Spray Nine®, the Right Stuff® and Devcon® Home. 

Job Description

PLEASE NOTE: Our new hire orientations are held the first and third Monday of each month from 8am-5pm. Our expectation is all new hires must attend new hire orientation before they can begin their new role, regardless of shift. 

BASIC FUNCTION

Required to operate filling and packaging equipment according to procedures given by Working Supervisor. Able to lead line and assist in training.

JOB DUTIES

Performs manually and/or tends machines which perform various packaging functions such as, filling, labeling, packing, or closing containers.Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.Responsible for machine adjustments, set-ups, changeovers, maintenance, cleaning and general operation of various filling and packaging machines.Ability to identify problems, troubleshoot, and train on the cardboard baler, plastic baler, carton erector, pallet jack, pick and place card/blister adjustments, taper/tape gun, and additional production equipment.Validates and organizes jobs in accordance with bill of materials and special work instructions based on current and future job orders.Responsible for conducting quality inspection of goods at the correct intervals, ensuring that product is packaged according to the work order with the expectation to identify and correct any quality issues.Assists in training assigned full time/temp operators and assists other teams as needed.Forklift experience required.Promotes and follows all Environmental, Health, Safety and Quality guidelines and procedures.Ability to communicate effectively and lead others.Coordinates and performs routine preventative maintenance of equipmentResponsible for accurate and timely reporting of production, labor and scrap incurred during the shiftMust have the ability to temporarily run manufacturing lines in the absence of a working supervisor and assist with MH, B, and C operator roles when needed.

QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED required.3-5 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment in a lead role; preferably automotive or bottling and packaging.Must be able to speak, understand, read, and write English.Must have ability to perform simple math calculations.Must be computer literate.Must be certified to drive all types of forklift.

Pay Rate is $20 - $22 an hour depending on experience.  Plus $.50/hr shift premium for 2nd shift. 

Additional Information

ITW is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. EEO is the law. ITW invites any employee and/or applicant to review the Company’s Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Katie Craig at (440) 914-3166. No other calls will be accepted.  

ITW 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. 

As 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. 

All 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.