Press Operator

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

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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, and attribute gauges 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. 
  • Mix and monitor coolant ratios and levels 
  • Perform Coil Changes 
  • Monitor and Recycle scrap pieces and parts 

Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with shop floor gauging. 
  • Some knowledge/understanding of blueprint reading. 
  • Familiarity with SPC (Statistical Process Control). 
  • Basic mathematics skills. 
  • Basic computer knowledge. 
  • Completed the Intro to Production Tech Training Program 
  • Must successfully complete all required Drawform Operator certifications within the first 90 days. 
  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience. 
  • Ability to read, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to complete training, follow work instructions and safety procedures, and use required systems. 

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. 
  • Ability to operate multiple presses at the same time when the job rating is within an acceptable level. 

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 Press Operator 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.
Is the Press Operator role at itw full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Press Operator role in the 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc. department at itw.
Which team or department does the Press Operator at itw belong to?
This Press Operator position is part of the 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc. department at itw. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Press Operator position at itw was posted on Sep 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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