{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"491ea07c511d569a6018fce3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/491ea07c511d569a6018fce3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/491ea07c511d569a6018fce3","title":"Machine/Equipment Operator","description":"Job Description:\nITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 300 global manufacturer with approximately 44,000 employees across 51 countries. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative, customer-focused solutions in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and electronics.\nOur success is driven by our differentiated business model comprised of our unique core capabilities: our 80/20 approach, customer-back innovation, and our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW—and key to our longevity and strong performance. Our products and solutions are at work all over the world, and we are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.\nITW Commercial Construction North America (CCNA), a division of ITW, includes trusted brands like Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA®, serving professional contractors since 1910. We design and manufacture innovative fastening solutions for concrete, drywall, metal buildings, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications.\nWe’re committed to operational excellence, responsive service, and continuous product innovation—always focused on meeting the evolving needs of the commercial construction industry.\nWe are currently looking for a Machine/Equipment Operator to join our team! This position is responsible for the basic setup, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment in order to produce according to quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.\nPrimary Responsibilities:\nPerforms duties to set up and operate complex pin forming equipment such as knurlers and wafios.\nRequired to run, setup, adjust and maintain quality of parts from knurlers, wafios, and other related equipment.\nKeep accurate count of parts produced and perform material handling as required.\nCheck quality of parts as required. Keep team leaders and coaches informed of quality problems.\nTroubleshoot machines and perform minor and preventive maintenance tasks to equipment.\nAs a team this position is responsible for continuous operations. No scheduled machine downtime; i.e.: lunch, breaks, and shifts.\nUses instruments such as micrometer, scales, comparator, gauges and calipers.\nMay be required to maintain statistical process control (SPC) charts. Expectation is to prevent all non-conforming products from moving to next operation or leaving work area.\nResponsible for own work to include quality and quantity. However, may work as a team with another operator or operators.\nRequired to use forklifts and hand lifts.\nMay be required to train other operators.\nFollow all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures. Identify and tag safety hazards on machinery and in work area. Perform 5-S activities and improvements as required. In addition, track machine downtime per shift.\nWork with other team members and participates in team events and meetings.\nThis position may be assigned other duties as needed to support plant and to meet customer needs.\nQualifications:\nHigh School Diploma / GED.\nMust be able to work up to 40 hours with occasional overtime, no greater than 12 hours/day.\nAbility to understand basic machinery. Over 3 months up to and including 12 months preferred of manufacturing experience including setup, operate, changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventive maintenance preferred.\nAbility to work in a team environment.\nAbility to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution.\nAbility to read blueprints / specification sheets and follow instructions.\nSuccessfully complete supplemental training (i.e. blueprint reading, technical math, and measurement tools)\nWork Environment:\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical manufacturing working conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to grip, grasp, reach, push and pull with hands and arms, walk, stand, speak and listen. Occasionally climb, kneel, bend, and sit. The employee must frequently lift, push and pull 5-25 pounds and occasionally lift, push and pull up 25-50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required by this position to include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.\nWe do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please click here for information on how to contact us directly.\nCompensation Information:\nCompensation Transparency\nThe starting pay for this position is $20.00 base pay plus $2.00 3rd Shift Differential after training is completed.\nIn addition to a competitive salary, employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance programs, 401(k) plan with a company match and additional employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off. More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/.\nITW 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.\n\nAs 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.\n\nAll 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.","company":"ITW","rawCompany":"itw","city":"Paris","state":"KY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-14T11:14:25.061Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-4081.00","title":"Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic","slug":"multiple-machine-tool-setters-operators-and-tenders-metal-and-plastic"},{"code":"51-4041.00","title":"Machinists","slug":"machinists"},{"code":"51-9161.00","title":"Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators","slug":"computer-numerically-controlled-tool-operators"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"333993","title":"Packaging Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"packaging-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"332710","title":"Machine Shops","slug":"machine-shops"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Machine/Equipment Operator","description":"Job Description:\nITW (Illinois Tool Works) is a Fortune 300 global manufacturer with approximately 44,000 employees across 51 countries. For over 100 years, we’ve delivered innovative, customer-focused solutions in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to construction and electronics.\nOur success is driven by our differentiated business model comprised of our unique core capabilities: our 80/20 approach, customer-back innovation, and our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture. These capabilities are unmistakably ITW—and key to our longevity and strong performance. Our products and solutions are at work all over the world, and we are never, whether we know it or not, more than a few steps from an innovative ITW solution.\nITW Commercial Construction North America (CCNA), a division of ITW, includes trusted brands like Buildex® (Teks®, Sammys®), Red Head (TruBolt®, Tapcon®), Ramset (Trakfast®), and PNA®, serving professional contractors since 1910. We design and manufacture innovative fastening solutions for concrete, drywall, metal buildings, fire protection, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC applications.\nWe’re committed to operational excellence, responsive service, and continuous product innovation—always focused on meeting the evolving needs of the commercial construction industry.\nWe are currently looking for a Machine/Equipment Operator to join our team! This position is responsible for the basic setup, operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment in order to produce according to quality specifications in an efficient and safe manner.\nPrimary Responsibilities:\nPerforms duties to set up and operate complex pin forming equipment such as knurlers and wafios.\nRequired to run, setup, adjust and maintain quality of parts from knurlers, wafios, and other related equipment.\nKeep accurate count of parts produced and perform material handling as required.\nCheck quality of parts as required. Keep team leaders and coaches informed of quality problems.\nTroubleshoot machines and perform minor and preventive maintenance tasks to equipment.\nAs a team this position is responsible for continuous operations. No scheduled machine downtime; i.e.: lunch, breaks, and shifts.\nUses instruments such as micrometer, scales, comparator, gauges and calipers.\nMay be required to maintain statistical process control (SPC) charts. Expectation is to prevent all non-conforming products from moving to next operation or leaving work area.\nResponsible for own work to include quality and quantity. However, may work as a team with another operator or operators.\nRequired to use forklifts and hand lifts.\nMay be required to train other operators.\nFollow all prescribed safety/housekeeping practices and procedures. Identify and tag safety hazards on machinery and in work area. Perform 5-S activities and improvements as required. In addition, track machine downtime per shift.\nWork with other team members and participates in team events and meetings.\nThis position may be assigned other duties as needed to support plant and to meet customer needs.\nQualifications:\nHigh School Diploma / GED.\nMust be able to work up to 40 hours with occasional overtime, no greater than 12 hours/day.\nAbility to understand basic machinery. Over 3 months up to and including 12 months preferred of manufacturing experience including setup, operate, changeover, use of measurement tools and knowledge of preventive maintenance preferred.\nAbility to work in a team environment.\nAbility to recognize and identify parts, problems, and offer resolution.\nAbility to read blueprints / specification sheets and follow instructions.\nSuccessfully complete supplemental training (i.e. blueprint reading, technical math, and measurement tools)\nWork Environment:\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position, within typical manufacturing working conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be exposed to fumes, heat and dust, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment is high when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to grip, grasp, reach, push and pull with hands and arms, walk, stand, speak and listen. Occasionally climb, kneel, bend, and sit. The employee must frequently lift, push and pull 5-25 pounds and occasionally lift, push and pull up 25-50 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required by this position to include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.\nWe do not accept unsolicited resumes. To be considered an applicant, please apply online to a specific job posting. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the online application system process due to your disability, please click here for information on how to contact us directly.\nCompensation Information:\nCompensation Transparency\nThe starting pay for this position is $20.00 base pay plus $2.00 3rd Shift Differential after training is completed.\nIn addition to a competitive salary, employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision insurance, disability and life insurance programs, 401(k) plan with a company match and additional employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off. More details on our benefits can be found on our website at https://www.itw.com/careers/benefits-compensation/.\nITW 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.\n\nAs 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.\n\nAll 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.","datePosted":"2026-04-14T11:14:25.061Z","dateModified":"2026-04-14T11:14:25.061Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"ITW","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Paris","addressRegion":"KY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"491ea07c511d569a6018fce3"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/491ea07c511d569a6018fce3"}}