Machine Operator in Channahon, Illinois at Valto
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Machine Operator
Full Time
Channahon, IL, US
Salary Range: $24.00 up to $26.00 (+ night shift differential)
Monday-Thursday 6pm-6am
With over 70 years of innovative products and services, Valto, Inc is the world’s leading provider of FRP composite panels. Our lightweight composite products deliver unsurpassed strength and durability; and we continue to pioneer next level performance in building materials, recreational vehicles, and transportation. We deliver quality products that perform in demanding environments.
The Machine Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and controlling front-end production equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. This role leads front-end line activities, maintains product quality standards, performs equipment adjustments, and supports production teams in achieving safety, quality, and productivity goals.How You'll Make an Impact
Operate and control all front-end production equipment during startup, shutdown, and normal manufacturing operations.
Monitor product quality and ensure all products meet company quality standards, specifications, and documentation requirements.
Read and adjust machine parameters using computerized controls to maintain optimal production performance.
Monitor the operating condition of equipment and machinery, identify issues, and communicate equipment concerns to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
Complete required production documentation, recordkeeping, and operational reports accurately and timely.
Train and support new and temporary employees while promoting safe work practices and operational excellence.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Support production requirements by working various shifts and assisting with additional duties as assigned.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2-5 years of manufacturing, machine operation, or industrial production experience preferred.
Ability to operate front-end manufacturing equipment, monorail cranes, manual lifts, hand tools, scrapers, and utility knives safely and effectively.
Ability to read measuring instruments, including tape measures and other production measurement tools.
Experience working with computerized machine controls and adjusting production parameters.
Strong understanding of workplace safety requirements, product quality standards, and manufacturing processes.
We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes bonus eligibility and a competitive benefits program. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 11 Paid Holidays.
For this role, we anticipate paying $24-$26 an hour. Placement within the range considers experience, skills, and internal equity.
Valto, Inc complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), and the Illinois Human Rights Act, and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by law.
Valto, Inc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.