Operator Trainee - First Shift

itw· 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc.
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📍 Zeeland - 49464Full time

About this role

Job Description:

Position Objective:  


To ensure only quality products are being produced while constantly striving to meet our customers’ expectations of Zero Defects.


Essential Functions:

  • Perform assigned in-process and final inspections.
  • Monitor products using the workstation equipment, such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, rings and plugs to ensure that quality products are being produced.
  • Ensure and maintain quality documents in a neat and orderly manner.
  • Measure and inspect parts according to the Operator Inspection Instruction.
  • Support and assist production as necessary or required.
  • Identify nonconforming or suspect products and initiate containment process.
  • Verify that SPC data is being correctly gathered, recorded, and monitored.
  • Gather paperwork, SPC data, and gages necessary for upcoming production jobs. 
  • Comply with Drawform procedures, safety standards, and housekeeping practices by keeping work area clean, safe and organized.
  • Complete and compare WIP Traveler and label info to assure it is correct and all product is labeled properly.
  • Participate in team activities and contribute to the overall success of the team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed.


Qualifications:

  • Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to follow work instructions, safety requirements, and quality documentation.
  • Basic math and computer skills.
  • Basic knowledge of blueprint reading, SPC, and shop floor gauging/measurement equipment.
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.

Physical Requirements

  • Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to walk from press to press on the occasions where presses are not located next to each other.

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.  

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This Operator Trainee - First Shift role at itw is based in Zeeland - 49464. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Operator Trainee - First Shift role in the 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc. department at itw.
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This Operator Trainee - First Shift position at itw was posted on Sep 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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