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Manufacturing & Production Associate

Lenco Electronics, Inc
Mc Henry, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2027

We are seeking dependable, motivated individuals to join our manufacturing team. We have opportunities available across several areas of our production facility, including Winding, Oven Room, Assembly, and Packaging/Shipping.

Rather than applying for one specific department, candidates will be considered for all current production openings. During the interview and hiring process, we will discuss your experience, skills, and strengths to determine where you may be the best fit.

Candidates must be willing and able to work in any of the positions listed below based on current staffing and production needs.

Experience in manufacturing is preferred but not required for all positions. We are willing to train candidates who are dependable, safety-conscious, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn.

Available Production Areas:

Winding -

Winding Operators set up and operate manual coiling equipment to manufacture transformer coils using aluminum, insulation, tape, and other materials.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Setting up and operating manual coiling machines
  • Reading work orders, blueprints, and specification sheets to determine proper machine settings
  • Coiling aluminum and applying insulation and tape
  • Using measuring instruments, including height gauges, to verify specifications
  • Cutting, bending, soldering, and performing other finishing work
  • Performing minor equipment maintenance and keeping machinery and work areas clean
  • Recording production information
  • Following all quality and safety procedures

Oven Room -

Oven Room Operators operate industrial drying ovens, vacuum pumps, and related equipment used in the transformer manufacturing process.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Loading and unloading transformer components from industrial drying ovens
  • Operating ovens, vacuum systems, pumps, and filtration equipment
  • Setting and monitoring temperature, pressure, and cycle times according to work orders
  • Monitoring equipment and products throughout the drying process
  • Maintaining accurate oven and production logs
  • Following PPE, lockout/tagout, and other required safety procedures
  • Working safely in a warm industrial environment

Assembly -

Assemblers construct electrical transformers and transformer components according to blueprints, specifications, and work instructions.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Stacking core laminations and installing coils
  • Building parts and subassemblies into completed transformer units
  • Operating hand tools, power tools, saws, cranes, and other production equipment
  • Making electrical and mechanical connections using methods such as crimping, brazing, or soldering
  • Performing point-to-point wiring according to schematics when required
  • Inspecting materials and completed assemblies for quality
  • Identifying defects or assembly issues and assisting with corrective actions
  • Recording production and inspection information
  • Following company safety, quality, and environmental procedures

Packaging & Shipping -

Packaging and Shipping employees prepare finished products for shipment and assist with warehouse, inventory, shipping, and receiving activities.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Packaging finished products according to company and customer requirements
  • Verifying product quantities and quality before shipment
  • Preparing and fulfilling orders accurately
  • Using warehouse or inventory systems to track materials and order status
  • Performing quality checks on packaged products
  • Operating a forklift or other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized
  • Organizing inventory and maintaining appropriate stock levels
  • Assisting with shipping and receiving
  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area

General Qualifications

Depending on the position, successful candidates should have:

  • Previous manufacturing, production, assembly, packaging, or warehouse experience preferred, but not required
  • Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn manufacturing processes
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, work orders, or technical specifications preferred, but not required for all positions
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Basic problem-solving skills
  • Ability to safely use hand and power tools as required
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
  • Willingness to learn and work in different areas of production based on business needs

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Candidates must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position assigned, which may include:

  • Lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 lbs. or more as required
  • Standing and/or sitting for extended periods, including an 8-hour shift
  • Bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and performing repetitive tasks
  • Working around manufacturing equipment and machinery
  • Working in areas that may be noisy, warm, or exposed to oils and grease
  • Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Following all company safety procedures

Position Placement

This posting is being used to recruit for multiple manufacturing and production positions within our facility. Applicants are not applying for one specific department.

During the interview process, we will review your experience, interests, skills, and our current openings to determine the position that may be the best fit.

Applicants must be open to consideration for and capable of performing any of the available production positions listed in this posting. Final placement will be determined based on qualifications, abilities, training, and current company needs.

If you are dependable, willing to learn, and interested in building a career in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18

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