Operator, 3rd Shift

Operator, 3rd Shift | $21.80/hr

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. invites applications for the Operator position in Sycamore, Illinois. The third shift runs Sunday‑Thursday, 11:00 pm–7:30 am. Base pay is $20.00/hour plus a 9% shift differential ($21.80/hr).

We are looking for reliable, team players with a great work ethic, ready to make a quality product in a great workplace. Use your resume to describe your transferable skills, interests, and experience.

• Follow all safety procedures.
• Perform routine production tasks under close direction of the Supervisor and/or lead person, including forming, assembling, and packaging of products, and setting up and operating various work stations.
• May require use of various tools and equipment, including hand tools, soldering equipment, assembly and test equipment, and hand trucks.
• Where necessary, monitor work visually and dimensionally using blueprints, engineering specifications, and job instruction sheets. Maintain quality and rate charts as required.
• Follow all quality procedures and instructions.
• Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
• Other related duties as directed by management.
• Regular, predictable attendance is essential to teamwork, timely information exchange, and meeting productivity requirements.

• Must be able to follow directions, both verbal and written, including simple assembly instructions and diagrams.
• Visual acuity and hand dexterity to package and assemble a variety of materials is required.
• For selected tasks, color and depth perception may be required.
• Ability to perform routine computer data entry and queries is required.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Requires the ability to read and follow job instructions, complete written forms, and effectively communicate with others.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Must be able to frequently lift, push, and pull up to 10 lbs for 9–10 hours per day and, on occasion, lift up to 40 lbs. This capability may be determined from a physical exam or verifiable past performance.

• Hot/cold temperatures based on seasonal variations.
• Humidity, noise, odors, dust.
• Safety precautions are a must to minimize potential exposure to mechanical hazards.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan

• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Volunteer Time
• Holidays
• Parental Leave

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be one of Newsweek’s Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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