Machine Operator

# Machine Operator Morton North - Morton, IL 61550## Overview Salary Range $22.00 - $32.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Travel Percentage Less than 10%## Machine Operator
** Work Is Strong Right Now
** Which means we’re growing.

For more than
** 80 years**, Morton Industries has built a reputation for doing fabrication the right way — tube, sheet, and enclosure work that ends up in equipment used all over the world.

And the reason we keep growing is simple:
** The people in the building.
** We’re looking for the kind of people who take pride in doing things right.

If you’re
** hungry, humble, and smart**, you’ll probably like it here.
** Quick Question
** Do you like working with machines?

Do you like taking raw material and turning it into something real?

Do you like being part of a team that actually backs each other up?

If that sounds like you, keep reading.
** The Morton Way
** These aren’t buzzwords here.  They’re how the place actually runs.
** Integrity in Action
** We do the right thing — even when nobody’s watching.
** Focused on Team Success
** No lone wolves here. We win together.
** Driven to Deliver
** When we commit to something, we follow through.
** Consistent Progress
** We’re always improving our people and our processes.
** Professional Authenticity
** Be yourself. Bring your strengths. Do excellent work.

If those values sound like you, you’ll fit right in.
** What You’ll Actually Be Doing
** As a
** Machine Operator**, you’ll be running equipment that turns raw material into real parts used across industries.

Your day might include:
• Operating machines like mills, presses, saws, or other fabrication equipment  
• Reading prints or job specs so parts are produced correctly  
• Loading material and positioning parts for machining or processing  
• Checking finished parts with measuring tools to make sure quality is right  
• Removing burrs or imperfections so parts are ready for the next step  
• Making small adjustments to machines to keep production running smoothly  
• Performing basic machine care like oiling or tooling adjustments  
• Counting, stacking, and preparing finished parts for the next stage

Some machines move fast.

Some require precision.

Either way, you’re part of the team that
** turns steel into finished parts that ship out into the world.
**** Who Thrives Here
** Let’s keep it simple.

The people who do well at Morton tend to be:
** Hungry
* * You want to work and keep getting better.
** Humble
* * You take feedback well and work as part of a team.
** Smart
* * You pay attention, learn quickly, and figure things out.

We can teach machines.

We can teach processes.
** What we can’t teach is work ethic.
**** What You Get
** If you’re going to work hard, you should be rewarded for it.

Here’s what comes with the job:• **$20–$28 per hour starting pay**  •
** 15% shift premium*
* • Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance  •
** 401(k) with company match**  •
** Paid holidays and paid time off*
* • Company-paid life insurance  
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

And a few things we’re especially proud of:•
** Ramsay Smart Dollar financial wellness program
** to help you take control of your money  •
** Real upward mobility — over 100 internal promotions in the past two years*
* • Clean, organized manufacturing facilities  
• A team culture where people actually support each other

If you show up, work hard, and keep improving, there’s room to grow here.

A lot of people start in production and move into
** machine setup, leadership roles, or other opportunities across the company.
**** Not Sure If You're Qualified?
** Apply anyway.

We hire for
** character first**.If you’re
** hungry, humble, and smart**, we can teach the rest.
** Join a Team That Builds Things the Right Way
** Morton Industries operates
** five facilities across the United States
** and continues to grow because of our commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

The parts we build support equipment used across industries around the world.

But the real difference?
** The people in the building.
** If you’re ready to be part of that team, we’d love to meet you.

Morton Industries LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer## Qualifications
** PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
** High School Diploma or equivalent