Manufacturing Technician
ITW
**Job Description:**
**ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.)** is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 46,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.
**ITW Residential & Renovation** offers a broad range of professional grade tools and fasteners for numerous construction applications. Our products include wood to wood fastening systems (Paslode), structural wood fasteners (GRK Fasteners™), concrete anchoring systems (Tapcon®, Red Head®, Ramset®), underlayment screws (Backer-On Rock-On ®), self-drilling screws (Teks®) and drywall anchoring systems (E-Z Ancor®). ITW Residential & Renovation 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.
ITW offers its employees a **path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package** designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.
**Position Summary:**
The 2nd Shift Manufacturing Technician position is responsible for the setup, operation, and preventative maintenance of Fastener Manufacturing equipment to produce screws according to quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.
+ Training up to 3 months will be Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:30pm.
+ Following training, 2nd Shift Hours are Monday-Friday 2:00pm-10:30pm
**Core Responsibilities:**
+ Performs setup, dies changes, adjustments and operates a variety of in-lined equipment to cold head, point and thread-roll fasteners for commercial construction applications.
+ Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on equipment, including preventive maintenance tasks.
+ Performs quality checks in adherence to specifications sheets; will also be responsible for documentation.
+ Drives safety practices and procedures including identifying safety hazards.
+ Analyze, diagnose and troubleshoot production and equipment failures.
+ Responsible for monitoring the performance of production equipment and implementing upgrades or enhancements to this equipment and fixtures.
+ Assist with the installation of equipment as needed.
+ Ensures all housekeeping practices and procedures are met.
+ Performs 6-S activities and improvements as required.
+ Works with other team members and participates in team events and meetings.
+ Must be willing and able to work as machine operator running lines.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Job Requirements:**
+ High School Diploma or GED
+ At least five years of experience in high-volume manufacturing highly preferred (e.g. equipment setup/operation/changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventive maintenance)
+ Willing to work assigned shift with some mandatory overtime including weekends
+ Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and following instructions.
+ Prior experience with hand tools (e.g. wrenches)
+ Ability to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution
+ Must be able to work in a team environment
+ Must have reliable transportation as this job will require travel between Roselle and Itasca
+ Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
+ General housekeeping duties
+ Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
**Work Environment:**
_The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions_ .
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.
**Physical Demands:**
_The 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions._
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to grip, grasp, reach, push and pull with hands and arms, walk, stand, sit, speak and listen. The employee must frequently lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required by this position to include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
**Compensation Information:**
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we invest in creating an environment where you can thrive—both personally and professionally. For more details, visit our Benefits page (https://myitwhr.com/) .
In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.
The hourly base range for this role is $32-$34. 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 candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
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