Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. ITW, with approximately 14.8 billion dollars in global revenues, operates 7 major segments with businesses in 55 countries that employ approximately 48,000 women and men. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 active patents.

Floor Technician is primarily responsible for working from written work instructions and job specific written procedures to perform assigned tasks. The primary responsibilities of this position include basic machine operations (pressing buttons) and monitoring to operate automatic machinery, that produce small plastic components for the automotive industry. Additionally, this role will require short-distance material handling of raw materials and finished goods.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: may include some of the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Load, start up, and operate molding machines, semi-automatic assembly machines, automatic assembly machines, or manual assembly machines; Shuts down if necessary
• Perform Color Changes and Material Handling
• Perform visual and functional quality inspection at predetermined intervals to assure product quality meets standards Material handling, monitoring of auxiliary equipment, and minor maintenance required
• Perform gaging as necessary to assure product meets dimensional standards
• Correctly label products and palletize for transfer to next operation
• Maintain accurate documentation to meet job requirements
• Communicate with prior and oncoming shifts to achieve production requirements and promote awareness
• Communicate any Machine/Quality issues immediately to supervisor
• Promote safety by abiding to all related policies and procedures of ITW Seat Components
• Follows all procedures as outlined by ISO 9001, OSHA and IATF 16949.
• Complete all additional tasks, as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior experience in Manufacturing; experience working in plastic injection molding is a plus
• Basic math skills and reasoning ability
• Must be able to stand / walk for a full manufacturing shift 
• Able to lift to 55 lbs. occasionally, with or without assistance
• Team player with good attitude and strong work ethic
• Good Communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

ITW is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions. If you require assistance with completing an application, please reply that you require assistance.

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.