Company Overview:

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 500 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries.  Ranked among Fortune Magazine’s most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions.  These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets.  ITW’s revenues total $14.8 billion in 2018.

• Observes and assists experienced machinists in the performance of the job duties following this paragraph in order to learn and develop the skills required to perform all job duties.
• Will be required to learn to operate machines required to for production.
• Positions, aligns and bolts dies, blades, bedplates, cushion pins, and stops, using shims and measuring tools.  May set up automatic or multipurpose machines.
• Differentiates between various metal types and thickness to ensure correct type of metal is being used in the particular task assignment. Adjusts flow of lubricants, pressure and depth of stroke, or feed of material, applying knowledge of thickness and properties of metal or according to standard specifications. Determines special handling procedures or techniques needed for specific project.
• Reviews end product of work performed for errors or deficiencies and takes steps required to correct such errors or deficiencies found.
• Accurately and efficiently completes all forms and reports related to work performed in the fab shop.
• Clears jams and corrects minor malfunction of machines.  Reports need for machine repair to supervisor.
• May be required to cross train and become proficient on operation of all machinery in the department. 
• Inspects products and processes while performing job duties to ensure all work done meets or exceeds standards of the company’s quality program.
• Works cooperatively and congenially with co-workers to achieve cohesive and productive work processes and work environment.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management or as the situation requires.   

Benefits:

Take this opportunity to join a successful and enthusiastic global team where you can make a significant impact immediately. You will enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package that includes health, dental, life, LTD insurance, 401k (with company match), employee assistance, wellness and 100% tuition reimbursement programs. ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

ITW 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. 

As 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. 

All 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.