Company Description

ITW Shakeproof Industrial supplies cold headed & metal stamped fasteners totaling approximately $60M in revenue annually. Manufacturing/warehouse locations include Watertown, WI, Milwaukee, WI, Broadview, IL, and Iron Ridge, WI.  We serve major OEMs and their tier suppliers direct and through distribution channels in the industrial market.  ITW Shakeproof Industrial drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering, allowing us to enhance our customers’ competitive advantage. 

ITW Shakeproof Industrial is an Illinois Tool Works (ITW) Company. ITW is a Fortune Manufacturing Company with Multi-Billion Dollar revenue and fifty thousand employees worldwide. Known for innovation, diversification, and excellent financial performance.   We are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.

Job Description

This hybrid role is responsible for both ensuring product quality through final inspection and supporting manufacturing operations by operating parts washing equipment. The technician will perform a range of duties including inspection of parts, verifying product documentation, cleaning parts, preparing shipments, and loading/unloading trucks. The role requires adherence to safety, quality, productivity, and housekeeping standards while supporting overall plant operations.

Final Inspection DutiesPerforms quality inspections, document, and record inspection results using a variety of inspection equipment.Perform grain flow testing on automotive components to ensure material integrity and adherence to specification.Analyze and interpret grain flow patterns to assess the quality and structural soundness of materials.Carry out various laboratory tests, including hardness testing, tensile testing, and metallographic examination.Prepare samples for testing by cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching in materials as required.Verification of products received from outside services (i.e., heat treating, plating, etc.) via testing and verification of supplied documentation.Accurately record test results and maintain detailed records of all testing activities.Compile and present test data in technical reports, ensuring that findings are communicated clearly to engineering and production teams.Support Gage Calibration System (ensure all gages are available & calibrated).Sort mixed/non-conforming parts as needed.Ensure all testing procedures comply with industry standards, automotive quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949), and company -specific guidelines.Daily housekeeping of work area and Quality office including filing of documentation.Follow all safety protocols in the laboratory, ensuring a safe working environment.Performs additional tasks as directed by Quality Management.Parts Washing & Shipping DutiesOperate parts washer, solvent washer, and tumblers to clean various parts.Prepare outgoing shipments, ensuring proper packaging and documentation.Load and unload trucks for incoming and outgoing shipments.Receive and check incoming products, ensuring accuracy and quality.Enter data related to parts washing and shipping activities into computer systems.Assist in training other employees as necessary.Work in other areas of the plant as requested by the supervisor.General DutiesMaintain focus and accuracy in both inspection and washing operations.Ensure compliance with on-time delivery, productivity, safety, quality, and housekeeping metrics.Participate in daily housekeeping of work areas.Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent.Basic reading, writing, and math skills.Ability to focus and prioritize tasks and objectives.Good communication skills.Proficiency with computers, including data entry, Word, Excel, and email.Ability to drive or learn to drive a forklift and be able to get on and off the forklift multiple times daily.Familiarity with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.) and interpreting blueprints/part drawings.Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, decimals, fractions, and metric/English conversions.Ability to work in a moderately clean manufacturing environment.Must be able to maintain focus and accuracy through repetitive product inspection.Effective problem solving/prioritizing skills required.Ability to use and care of precision measuring tools (i.e., micrometers, calipers, comparator, attribute gages).Must be proficient in interpreting blueprints/part drawings.Must be able to use and be familiar with Word, Excel, and email.

Additional Information

Why ITW Shakeproof? Here are the TOP Reasons:

Work-life balance and Flexibility: Just ask our employees! This is direct and consistent feedback from them! We understand that you have a life outside of work and we will support you to tend to personal needs, encourage you to take time to spend with family and friends, pursue hobbies, give back to the community, etc. Stability: We celebrated our 100-year anniversary last year! We’ve been going strong since 1922 and show no signs of slowing down. We are part of ITW, a fortune 250 multinational manufacturing organization, with over 50,000 employees. With 7 segments, our products can be found almost everywhere!Committed to your Full Potential (Growth Opportunities): We strive for everyone to own their careers and feel valued for the work they do. To help our employees reach their full potential, we provide the tools and resources to help them get where they want to go with their careers. We are focused on developing the next generation of Skilled Workers and Great ITW Leaders who will grow with us and thrive in our entrepreneurial culture.Top Pay: We are committed to offering a compensation package that competes with the market and economy to assure stability at home.Stable Management: Our team, vision, growth mindset, and open-door policy remain unwavering, ensuring long-term success for all.Benefits Galore: We want our employees to live well and enjoy life. That’s why we offer a variety of benefits that support employees physically, mentally, and financially – Medical (3 options), dental, vision, 401(k), fertility and surrogacy benefits, parental leave, shift premiums, and more – we’ve got you covered!Education Matters: We invest in your growth with training opportunities, technical apprenticeships, tuition reimbursement, and scholarships for your kids.Long-Term Teammates: People are not only committed to our core values, but they also stick around – our average tenure is over 18 years!Safety First: We prioritize your well-being, ensuring you go home as healthy as you came to work; plus, we listen, act, and reward for your safety suggestions!

If you are ready to kick-start your career in metal fastener manufacturing and contribute to a company that values diversity and innovation, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of our dynamic team.

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.

 

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.