Job Title: Machine Operator

Job Description

As a Machine Operator, you will be responsible for setting up and operating a spring coiling/wire coiling machine. You will ensure the machine is set up correctly, perform necessary adjustments, and carry out part checks to guarantee maximum throughput and product quality. Additionally, you will handle wire forming, wire filling, and wire processing for brazing operations. Your role will involve working collaboratively with a team to deliver quality rings to customers on time.

ResponsibilitiesSet up and operate one or more ring coiling machines according to blueprints and setup charts.Perform necessary machine adjustments and required part checks to ensure product quality.Conduct wire forming, wire filling, and wire processing of wire channel flux used for brazing.Use micrometers, calipers, and gauges to monitor the quality of produced parts.Review setup cards to determine setup procedures and material specifications.Set up and adjust machines to produce rings that meet specifications.Control specified dimensions of parts and adjust machines for minor deviations.Maintain production speeds and select required machine attachments and tooling.Verify material specifications using micrometers or calipers; mount material on a reel stand and thread through feed rollers.Adjust machines to achieve specified tolerances.Complete first piece submissions by conducting trial runs and measuring samples for conformance.Maintain production and quality records as required.Recommend changes to specifications to resolve production problems when necessary.Notify the maintenance team of any machine breakdowns.Measure rings for conformance to specifications using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.Essential SkillsExperience in a manufacturing environment.Proficiency in machine operation and setup.Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues.Mechanically inclined with general production experience.Familiarity with coil winding and blueprint reading.Experience with changeover processes.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.Experience in performing inspections and quality checks.Why Work Here?

Candidates will be trained in a variety of different departments. The company is family-owned and offers an elite benefits package, including 401k profit sharing. After one year of employment, the company invests 12% into the profit-sharing plan.

Work Environment

The work environment is louder and can be hotter in the summer and cooler in the winter. The company fosters a family atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for growth. Many employees have worked here for over 20 years.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tinley Park, Illinois.

Shift Hours7:00am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tinley Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 7, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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