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HIS Operator - Assembly

Location:

Elgin  

Work Type:

Permanent  

About SKF:

SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!

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


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.

Job Description:

HIS Operator – Assembly

In order to be considered for this position you will be required to apply, using your SKF email, via the following link:

 

In accordance with SKF USA recruiting policy, please be advised that to be considered you must:

  • Be in your current position for at least 12 months.
  • Have received a Full Achievement or higher overall performance rating.
  • Notify your current Manager of your application for this position.

 

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

Location: Elgin, Il 

Job ID: 23025

Salary: $ 25.44 per hour

Recruiter: Paul Cenci

 

Job Summary

The Spring Cover and Table operations consist of applying a liquid substance on areas of rubber packing and operating a dispensing machine with an attached glue gun holding the spring rubber packing in the spring groove. Position operates a foot table control to spin packing while applying glue and curing product in oven. Operating a De-burring machine and the use of measurement devices to complete visual inspections of metal clad and rubber products.

 

  • (2) first shift positions open. Training may occur on the first shift. Shift premium for second shift. This is a union position.

 

This position will report to the Shift Supervisor.

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Operate rotating epoxy dispensing machine and post curing ovens safely, accurately, and efficiently using Work Instructions.
  • Setup and operate auto and manual De-Burr machines safely, accurately, and efficiently using Work Instructions
  • Application of liquid substance into Spring Groove
  • Read, understand and follow job specific Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
  • Measuring Dimensions of product with Pi-Tape and Pull Test Gauge.
  • 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 from bad part.
  • 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

 

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.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Constant movement and standing for the duration of the shift
  • Able to sit, walk, bend, reach & pull, lift or carry up to 25 lbs.
  • Able to use repetitive motion in hands, arms, and wrists
  • Must have good manual dexterity skills and coordination
  • Exposure to factory work environment
  • Good visual and hearing acuity

 

Please note internal candidates will receive a confirmation that they have successfully applied for position.

If you do not receive this confirmation, please verify with the recruiter, (indicated at the top), that your application was indeed received.

This Position is NOT open for International Recruitment.

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Date posted: 12-Sep-2025

HIS Operator - Assembly

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