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Skilled Automated Operator

Hydro-Gear
Sullivan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/12/2026
Brief Description

Are you a hands-on, detail-oriented operator who takes pride in machine setup, quality production, and working as part of a team to meet manufacturing goals? If so, this position may be a great fit for you. As a Skilled Automated Operator, you will perform machine setups, production operations, and quality checks for machined parts and perform other machining production operations. You will work both independently and collaboratively to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals while maintaining program standards.

  • Please note, we are not able to consider candidates who currently or in the future will require visa sponsorship.

Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving multiple industries and delivering to customers worldwide. Our passion is innovation and a commitment to making our customers successful. Learn more about us at Hydro-Gear.com.

Job Type: Full-time located in Sullivan, IL

Benefits

  • Weekly Paychecks!
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, personal days for flexibility of time off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Health & Wellness Program Benefits with incentives
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Core Responsibilities Of Our Skilled Automated Operator

  • Perform machine setups, production operations, and quality checks for machined parts per documented standard work and other written/verbal standards/instructions
  • Perform various other production and related operations per documented standard work and other written/verbal standards/instructions
  • Perform preventive maintenance activities per documented instructions
  • Stock and handle parts to support production
  • Monitor the quality of parts and assemblies – and communicate potential rejects timely
  • Work positvely as a team to meet goals for and improve safety, quality, delivery, and production output
  • Timely communicate any risks to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance
  • Participate in 6S organization efforts
  • Comply with company policies, procedures, standard work, work instructions, and other instructions

At Hydro-Gear, we offer a collaborative environment, professional growth opportunities, and the ability to make a real impact in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement makes this an exciting place to thrive, lead change, and drive meaningful results.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Required training must be completed within 6 months of the start date

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