Production Technician

Location: Elgin, IL
Shift: 2nd shift (2pm - 10pm).
Training: start on 1st shift (6am - 2pm) for training purposes.

About SKF:

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that's dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.

In Elgin, IL we produce Elastomeric Bearings and Seals for the Aerospace Industry. SKF Sealing Solutions, Automotive, is responsible for Seals as a platform within SKF, and for the sales of seals to a wide range of industrial and automotive customers.

As an SKF team member, you’ll join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.

SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.

About the Position:
The primary role of the Production Technician is to operate process equipment in a safe and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well as a team. This position is for 2nd shift (2pm - 10pm). However, the candidate would start on 1st shift (6am - 2pm) for training purposes. There is a $0.60 wage increase once moved to 2nd shift. Must be available to work split shift. Candidate must have a strong desire to be a part of a high growth company with a results-oriented culture. This position is compliant to US government ITAR requirements.



Responsibilities Include but Not Limited to:

• Operation of process equipment and others as assigned in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain an organized and clean workplace including: all areas of the plant, workstations, equipment, walkways, and locker rooms.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Ability to move and lift-up to 40 pounds.
• Prior experience and/or background in equipment operations such as molding rubber components, spraying adhesives, and grit blasting metals.
• Proficient computer skills, comfortable working with Windows Microsoft applications.
• Comprehensive communication skills in the English language both verbal and written.
• 2nd Shift (2-10PM). However, the candidate would start on 1st shift (6am - 2pm) for training purposes.
• There is a $0.60 wage increase once moved to 2nd shift.
• Must be available to work split shift.
• This position is compliant to US government ITAR requirements.

Desired Skills:

• Ability to self-start yet take orders as directed.
• Motivated self-starter , works well independently as well as with a team in a manufacturing environment.
• Highly organized, meticulous, and results orientated.
• Team player, interested in being an integral part of a high performing, diversified team.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous vacation plan.

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace! We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working.

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. We have many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse and incentives for healthy living!

Invest in your Future. Employees are eligible to begin contributions to the 401k plan after one year of service. Employees can contribute 2% - 50% of their pre-tax earnings.

SKF Cares! The four fundamental cornerstones of SKF Care - Business, Environment, Employees, and the Community are critical for us to sustain long-term success.

Much more! Growth opportunities, voluntary critical illness coverage, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Sr. Process Engineer Aerospace Seals
Location: Elgin, IL
Job ID: 17276

Pay $22.74 per hour

SKF provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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