Machine/Equipment Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description:

ITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 300 global manufacturer with approximately 44,000 employees across 51 countries. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative, customer-focused solutions in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and electronics.

Our success is driven by our differentiated business model comprised of our unique core capabilities: our 80/20 approach, customer-back innovation, and our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW—and key to our longevity and strong performance. Our products and solutions are at work all over the world, and we are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.

ITW Commercial Construction North America (CCNA), a division of ITW, includes trusted brands like Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA®, serving professional contractors since 1910. We design and manufacture innovative fastening, and concrete flatwork solutions for concrete, drywall, metal buildings, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications.

We’re committed to operational excellence, responsive service, and continuous product innovation—always focused on meeting the evolving needs of the commercial construction industry.

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We are currently looking for a Machine Operator on 1st shift to join our team! This individual will be based in Charlotte, NC and will be responsible for basic set up and operation of equipment to produce per quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.

Core Responsibilities:

• Follows all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures.

• Assists with set up and operation of metal forming manufacturing equipment, plasma cutters, saws, coating, and spot-welding equipment.

• Meets production standard rates while maintaining high level of quality and low scrap

• Monitors machine’s performance, gauges, and quality output per instructions.

• Performs all quality checks per standard operating procedures and quality specification sheets.

• Tracks and documents quality checks and scrap for assigned equipment.

• Tracks machine downtime per shift.

• Works with other team members and participate in team events/meetings.

• Performs other duties assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED; or six months related experience and/or training

• Manufacturing experience highly preferred (set up, operate, changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventative maintenance)

• Able to understand basic machinery

• Able to work in a team environment

• Able to recognize and identify parts, associated problems, and offer solutions

• Able to read drawings/ specification sheets and follow instructions

• Successfully complete supplemental training (i.e. reading drawing, technical math, and measurement tools)

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

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Compensation Information:

$20.00/hour

In addition to a competitive salary, employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance programs, 401(k) plan with a company match and additional employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off. More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/.

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.