Machine Operator

Job Description

ITW Power Nailing is a division within the ITW Construction Products segment, a global provider of premium nailing and fastening solutions. Our products are engineered to improve contractor productivity and elevate building quality across both new residential construction and remodeling projects. With trusted, category-defining brands like Paslode, we set the standard in wood-to-wood fastening systems—delivering performance, reliability, and productivity that professionals count on.

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At ITW, we offer you a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

As a machine operator you will be expected to be a technical professional responsible for the operation, monitoring, and maintaining industrial machinery to ensure efficient production cycles. A machine operator is a vital link in manufacturing, ensuring goods are produced safely and to high-quality standards.

• Maintain the highest level of safety in the work environment by reporting hazards, maintaining a clean and organized workspace and participating in and promoting safety improvements.
• Participate and complete daily safety checks ensuring the equipment is operating with all required safety equipment.
• Start and stop equipment as required
• Perform all required quality check and ensure the product is produced within the required specification. Stop work and alert Supervision for product or processes not within the required specification.
• Safely utilize the tools required to ensure all measurements and adjustments are properly made.
• Weld and grind wire for splicing as needed.
• Maintain all production documentation accurately.
• Pack product as needed.

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to perform basic calculations, including ratios, percentages, and measurements.
• Capability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift heavy items without assistance. (Single lift shall not exceed 50lbs)
• Attention to detail is required for identifying small defects and ensuring machine operate within exact parameters.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and requires hearing protection. Certain personal protective equipment is required in the manufacturing areas. Reaching, lifting, and/or carrying items are typical in this environment, and packages in the manufacturing environment can exceed 35 lbs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms and regularly required to walk. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The hourly rate for this position is $18.40. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations. In addition, our benefits include paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental leave.

For more details, visit our Benefits page.

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.