Assembler
About this role
Job Description:
Buehler, a division of Illinois Tool Works, is a leading manufacturer of scientific equipment and supplies for use in material analysis. Over the past 90 years, Buehler has established sales, manufacturing and laboratory services located throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Comprised of world-class products and brands, such as Wilson Hardness, Buehler continues a long history of providing market-leading technology to support our customers in their sample preparation and material analysis applications.
Buehler’s parent company, ITW, is a Fortune 200 global diversified industrial manufacturer of value-added consumables and specialty equipment with related service businesses. The Company focuses on profitable growth with strong returns across worldwide platforms and businesses. The businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets
Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: 41 N Waukegan Road Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Assemble and calibrate machinery using standardized work instructions, engineering drawings, and diagrams
Perform end-of-line testing to ensure products meet quality standards before shipment
Follow safety guidelines and contribute to a safe, respectful work environment
Complete and manage work orders, ensuring accurate inventory tracking of finished goods
Inspect components for quality and identify defects related to fit, form, or function
Reject and formally document all nonconforming material following Buehler's internal reject tag process
Work within a team environment to execute weekly production schedules efficiently and effectively
Prepares all required packing materials and packages finished good machines
Perform basic troubleshooting steps to diagnose issues with machinery being built on the line
Escalates complex quality concerns, or machinery malfunctions to supervisor or engineering support groups
Follows the Kanban card process for material replenishment process
Follows 5S standards by maintaining a clean and organized work area
Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or postsecondary technical certificates/associates degree preferred
1 year of mechanical assembly experience with an understanding of basic hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, and torque wrenches
Strong communication skills with an attention to detail
Basic knowledge for diagnosing mechanical and electrical equipment
Base line awareness of lean manufacturing systems and processes preferred
Basic computer skills such as emailing, record keeping, inventory management and form filing
Ability to occasionally lift between 5lbs-50lbs
Ability to stand for lengthy periods of time
Additional Information:
7.5% 401K match
4.5 weeks of paid time off
10 paid company holidays
Recognition program
Competitive health insurance
Compensation Information:
The hourly rate offered for this position is $20.00-$23.00. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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.
Company at a glance
ITW’s Residential Construction is a division of the ITW Construction segment - a branded supplier of innovative engineered fastening systems and related consumables. They are all uniquely specified for a variety of applications including wood, concrete, steel and engineered lumber. Our products are focused on value-added opportunities for Professional Home Builders and Remodelers across the U.S. and the globe.
ITW Residential Construction , like its parent company, is committed to offering its customers the most advanced products as well as the best in service, merchandising, training and sales support. Our brand portfolio includes Paslode, GRK Fasteners, Tapcon, Ramset, Red Head, Teks, E-Z Ancor, Rock-ON Backer-ON, all recognized and trusted by industry professionals throughout the U.S.. ITW strives to excel at serving contractors and do-it-yourselfers with professional grade products. Each brand is a market leader in terms of quality, performance and ease of use. These products offer unique, innovative, value-added solutions for customers. We respond to customers' needs by creating close working relationships to create value and improve operating efficiencies for every customer.
Top Benefits
- 401k match
- Paid time off
- Paid company holidays
- Recognition program
- Health insurance
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