Crushing, Grinding, and Mixing Machine Operator jobs in Rockford, IL

Job Summary: The Torno’s operator's role involves loading raw materials, monitoring the machining process, adjusting machine settings as necessary, and ensuring the quality of the finished parts. We are looking for an individual who will thrive in a fast-paced precision manufacturing environment, has a keen eye for detail, and is committed to delivering excellence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Operate Tornos machines according to job specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards.
• Load raw materials into the machine and monitor the machining process to ensure proper operation.
• Adjust machine settings as necessary to maintain product quality and meet production targets.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on Tornos machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn components.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and ensure they meet all quality requirements before releasing them for further processing or shipment.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Keep accurate records of production activities, including machine settings, production quantities, and any quality issues encountered.
• Collaborate with other team members, including engineers and quality inspectors, to optimize production processes and improve product quality.
• Complete any additional duties or projects as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

• A positive attitude and exceptional aptitude for growing your skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to read, understand, and accurately follow department processes and procedures.
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills with a drive for results.
• Ability to prioritize time-sensitive projects/tasks.
• A collaborative mindset that focuses on teamwork.
• Detail orientation with the ability to accurately follow work instructions.
• Basic math, computer, and data entry skills (previous ERP system experience a plus).
• The ability to effectively use precision measuring instruments.
• Vision corrected to 20/20 for accurate inspection of parts.

Physical/Environmental Demands: The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.

• Ability to continuously lift 10 lbs., frequently lift up to 25 lbs., occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend and stoop to pick up product.
• Ability to stretch and reach.
• Ability to stand/walk for entire shift.
• Typically, work is performed within a manufacturing environment where the noise level is moderate.

Core Competencies – Reader Precision Solutions Four Pillars

Innovation, Empowerment, Integrity & Respect

• Innovation – we apply creative solutions to exceed expectations internally and externally. We deliver creative solutions by pursuing continuous improvement, challenging the limits of conventional thinking to drive positive change, and engaging our customers to achieve synergy.
• Empowerment – we equip our employees to succeed. We nurture success by setting realistic goals and standards; with accountability and regular performance feedback, providing training opportunities for growth and learning and offering employees a safe and modern work environment.
• Integrity – our reputation is everything. We preserve and enhance our reputation by operating with the highest ethical standards, focusing on customer needs, and contributing positively to our community and environment.
• Respect – we act with honor in all our interactions. In our interactions, we accept and value individual differences, work together with a positive attitude and promote open and honest communication in a team-based environment.

Reader Precision Solutions (RPS) is the parent company to a line of brands that manufacture precision machined components for a plethora of applications and industries. RPS’s two major brands, Precision Plus, Inc., founded in 1982, and Iseli Precision, LLC, founded in 1952, are contract manufacturers who operate under a turnkey manufacturing business model that allows for comprehensive control over the entire manufacturing process - from early supplier involvement with the engineering and design teams to full-scale production and finishing processes to all shipping logistics.

This structure enables these entities to ensure the highest quality precision solutions for clients in the aerospace, firearms and defense, medical and dental, industrial, and energy industries. RPS’s business presence spans across North America and Europe.

To better understand why Reader Precision Solutions is our clients/partners’ first choice for mission-critical applications and an employer of choice, visit the Company’s website to learn more: https://readerprecision.com/

Reader Precision Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce.