Assembly Cell Operator - 1st Shift

Assembly Cell Operator - 1st Shift

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title: Assembly Cell Operator (1st Shift)
Location: Alsip, IL
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
Pay Range: Starting Pay will be $21.85 per hour.

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies— from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers — to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.

Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at  and join us to own your future.

The Assembler is responsible for assembling all pumps with excellent workmanship and efficiency. Join us in making Alsip, IL an outstanding place to work where both our team and our company thrive!

• Use manual dexterity to assemble small components.
• Perform operations and adjust testing equipment to maintain excellent efficiency and flow of work.
• Perform work such as fitting parts to close tolerances, adjusting for working and proper operation. Performs to Standard Work Instructions.
• Participates in '5 Whys' problem‑solving exercises.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Embrace IR Business Systems tools to accomplish duties and drive continuous improvements.
• Be aware and awake to company safety procedures and standards to insure individual and collective safety, in addition to avoiding unnecessary risk to oneself, co‑workers, contractors, customers, and property. Be a stand for safety having the courage to call forth and report unsafe practices.
• All other duties as assigned.

• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of assembly experience.
• 2+ years of experience utilizing measuring devices such as micrometers, gages, meters, calipers, and other measuring tools.
• 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, written and/or verbal instructions.
• 2+ years of experience fitting parts with close tolerances (example : 0.002).

• Mechanical Aptitude & Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong understanding and hands‑on experience with precision tools, machinery, and industrial processes, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with proficiency in speaking and reading English.
• Strong competency in critical thinking and effective problem‑solving within technical or fast‑paced environments.
• An onsite industrial manufacturing position, with exposure to noise, heat, cold, fumes, and chemicals.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to knee, bend, climb a ladder, and work in restricted spaces, walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in high elevations, i.e., scissor lift.

• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent Preferred
• Soldering experience is a plus

• This position will be fully based on site based at our Alsip, IL location.

Starting pay will be $21.85 per hour based on experience. This is a full‑time, hourly position.

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