Manufacturing Team Member

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

About the position

The manufacturing team member will safely set up, operate and adjust metal forming equipment by use of appropriate tools and procedures. This position is crucial in ensuring that the manufacturing process runs smoothly and efficiently while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, operates and adjusts metal forming equipment by use of appropriate tools and procedures.
• Keeps mill operating according to operating procedures and in good condition.
• Operates cutback saw in a safe manner and to order specifications.
• Keeps mill and surrounding area clean and clear of obstruction.
• Performs all change overs, using appropriate tooling.
• Changes punches and shear dies.
• Performs to machine goals.
• Displays willingness and the ability to assist in training co-workers.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Works safely and follows all safety rules and operational procedures.
• Performs Lockout Procedure as required by mill specific Lockout JSA.
• Wears and maintains all required PPE.
• Understands all safety devices and their operation.
• Notifies management if safety devices are malfunctioning or missing prior to machine operation.
• Performs quality checks, to include understanding and using a tape measure to check length, width and hole spacing.
• Understands and uses appropriately a micrometer to measure thickness of the product periodically.
• Understands and performs routine checks for straightness, bow, and camber.
• Understands and performs routine checks for part dimension using appropriate tools.
• Appropriately maintains all quality paperwork in a legible manner.
• Performs routine maintenance and notifies maintenance personnel concerning any machine issues that might slow down production, cause a safety concern or lead to further maintenance problems.
• Assists maintenance personnel as directed.
• Maintains a clean, organized work station.
• Assists material handler with changing coils and follows reject policy on rejected steel.
• Directs, assists and trains helpers to perform necessary functions.
• Completes required paperwork to specification.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and desire to join an organization that invests in its people through cross-training and development.
• Ability to safely set up, operate and adjust metal forming equipment.
• Knowledge of safety rules and operational procedures.
• Ability to perform quality checks using measuring tools such as tape measures and micrometers.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and notify maintenance personnel of issues.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Work-life balance
• Opportunities for cross-training and development