HIS Operator - Vulcanize

Location:
Elgin, Il

Salary: $
25.44 per hour

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Job Summary

Our Heavy Industrial Seal (HIS) Vulcanizing position consists of Rubber Packing Inspections. The process contains prepping cut joints to be cured by cleaning any debris, dust, or rubber from the final cut of rubber packing. The joint inspection process regularly requires the application of glue and buffing with rotary equipment.

• second shift position open. Training may occur during the first shift. Shift premium for second shift. This is a union position.
  

This position will report to the Shift Supervisor.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Operate operations safely, accurately, and efficiently using Work Instructions.
  
• Read, understand and follow job specific Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
  
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, visually inspecting critical areas of the Rubber Seals for any types of defects that could cause failure.
  
• Utilization of the Visual Defect Guide to help determine a good part from a bad part
  
• Read part drawings to know where critical areas (CP vs Picker) are located on specific parts
  
• Applications of glue to packing joints
  
• Operation of heat blocks
  
• Buffing joints on packings with a rotary buffer
  
• Responsible for completing daily production logs.
  
• Wear required PPE: hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes. Other areas may also have job-related PPE such as gloves and/or sleeves and will be provided.
  
• Maintain proper daily maintenance and housekeeping of machines using 'Five S' Lean concepts - sort, set in order, shine, standardize.
  
• Ability to Travel for 2 weeks at a time to Salt Lake City for initial training is a plus.
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• High Ethics, Empowerment, Openness and Teamwork
  
• Detail Oriented
  
• Organization Skills
  
• Reliable Attendance
  
• Understand how to read part measurements with Pi-Tape
  
• Ability to multi-task throughout shift
  
• Must have good manual dexterity skills and coordination
  

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma/GED equivalent preferred; specialized training or certification a plus
  
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in the common language (English)
  
• Basic Computer and Math skills required
  
• Manufacturing/production experience beneficial
  

Physical Requirements:

• Constant movement and standing for the duration of the shift.
  
• Able to sit, walk, bend, reach & pull, lift or carry/lift up to 10 lbs.
  
• Able to use repetitive motion in hands, arms, and wrists
  
• Exposure to factory work environment
  
• Good visual and hearing acuity
  

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. 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, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Channel Manager, Seals/Production Supervisor-1st shift

Location: Elgin, Il

Job ID: 23025

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