Equipment Assembler - Waukegan, IL

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. We are proud to be an essential part of the world’s food supply chain and are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do!

Now hiring a Senior Equipment Assembler at our Silgan Closures Waukegan, IL facility.

• Paid twice monthly
• Starting range $25 to $35 per hour
• Non-Union Shop
• Position is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.
• Tuition assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, training, and more!
• Voluntary coverages:
  Pet insurance,  protection etc.

• Assembles machine parts at close tolerance form blueprint instructions.
• Ensures that all parts are available for subassembly by checking parts in boxes against bill of materials.
• Works with engineering department to determine that blueprints or spec sheets are correct.
• Gathers hardware including nuts, bolts and screws for assembly.
• Drills or saws parts when necessary.
• Assists in moving machinery using a chain hoist, electric lift truck or hand dolly truck.

• Enjoy working with blueprints and assembling machines.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative environment.

481322

High School/GED

What you'll need to have:

• Previous mechanical experience such as production mechanic, auto mechanic-, machine shop experience or hands-on machine shop classes.
• Must have ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometer, vernier, calipers, etc.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Must pass company administered mechanical test.
• Experience with all types of hand tools, drill press, lathe, mill, floor standing saw and powered lift truck.
• Ability to perform all types of welding: MIG, TIG, ARC, Spot, Braise; specializing in stainless steel.

Waukegan

Illinois

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Silgan Containers