Machine B Operator

Job Description:

About ITW Global Tire Repair

ITW Global Tire Repair develops and manufactures tire repair products used by major automotive brands and retailers around the world. Our Solon, Ohio manufacturing facility plays an important role in producing high-quality products that support our customers across the automotive and retail markets.

Our manufacturing team focuses on efficient production, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. We are looking for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, operating equipment, solving problems on the production floor, and contributing to a team that takes pride in building reliable products.

As part of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), our work is guided by the ITW Business Model and our core values of Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared Risk. We value diverse perspectives, encourage ownership at every level, and provide opportunities for employees to grow their skills and build long-term careers in manufacturing. If you're looking for a workplace where your contributions matter and your growth is supported, ITW is the place for you.

Position Summary

ITW Global Tire Repair is seeking a Machine B Operator to join our Manufacturing team in Solon, Ohio. In this role, you will operate filling and packaging equipment to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This hands-on position is responsible for machine operation, equipment setup and changeovers, product quality checks, and troubleshooting while maintaining ITW’s safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and/or manually tend machines that perform packaging functions such as filling, labeling, packing, blistering, and closing containers.
• Perform minor adjustments, setups, changeovers, cleaning, and general operation of filling and packaging machines.
• Validate and organize production jobs according to the bill of materials and special work instructions based on current and upcoming work orders.
• Conduct quality inspections at required intervals to ensure products are packaged according to work orders and meet specifications.
• Identify problems and assist in troubleshooting production equipment including cardboard balers, plastic balers, carton erectors, pallet jacks, pick-and-place card/blister adjustments, taper/tape guns, and other related equipment.
• Assist in training full-time and temporary operators and support other teams as needed.
• Operate a low-lift and sit-down forklift as required.
• Promote and follow all Environmental, Health, Safety, and Quality (EHSQ) guidelines and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in automotive, bottling, or packaging operations
• Ability to perform basic math calculations
• Comfortable using basic computer systems
• Certified to operate low-lift and sit-down forklifts