Machine Operator
MORTON INDUSTRIES · Morton North - Morton, IL 61550; Morton South - Morton, IL 61550
About The Role
## Machine Operator
**Work Is Strong Right Now**
Which means we’re growing.
For more than **80 years**, Morton Industries has built a reputation for doing fabrication the right way — tube, sheet, and enclosure work that ends up in equipment used all over the world.
And the reason we keep growing is simple
- **The people in the building.**
- We’re looking for the kind of people who take pride in doing things right.
- If you’re **hungry, humble, and smart**, you’ll probably like it here.
- **Quick Question**
- Do you like working with machines?
- Do you like taking raw material and turning it into something real?
- Do you like being part of a team that actually backs each other up?
- If that sounds like you, keep reading.
- **The Morton Way**
- These aren’t buzzwords here.
- They’re how the place actually runs.
- **Integrity in Action**
- We do the right thing — even when nobody’s watching.
- **Focused on Team Success**
- No lone wolves here. We win together.
- **Driven to Deliver**
- When we commit to something, we follow through.
- **Consistent Progress**
- We’re always improving our people and our processes.
- **Professional Authenticity**
- Be yourself. Bring your strengths. Do excellent work.
- If those values sound like you, you’ll fit right in.
- **What You’ll Actually Be Doing**
- As a **Machine Operator**, you’ll be running equipment that turns raw material into real parts used across industries.
Your day might include
- Operating machines like mills, presses, saws, or other fabrication equipment
- Reading prints or job specs so parts are produced correctly
- Loading material and positioning parts for machining or processing
- Checking finished parts with measuring tools to make sure quality is right
- Removing burrs or imperfections so parts are ready for the next step
- Making small adjustments to machines to keep production running smoothly
- Performing basic machine care like oiling or tooling adjustments
- Counting, stacking, and preparing finished parts for the next stage
- Some machines move fast.
- Some require precision.
- Either way, you’re part of the team that **turns steel into finished parts that ship out into the world.**
- **Who Thrives Here**
- Let’s keep it simple.
The people who do well at Morton tend to be
- **Hungry**
- You want to work and keep getting better.
- **Humble**
- You take feedback well and work as part of a team.
- **Smart**
- You pay attention, learn quickly, and figure things out.
- We can teach machines.
- We can teach processes.
- **What we can’t teach is work ethic.**
- **What You Get**
- If you’re going to work hard, you should be rewarded for it.
Here’s what comes with the job
- **$20–$28 per hour starting pay**
- **15% shift premium**
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance
- **401(k) with company match**
- **Paid holidays and paid time off**
- Company-paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
And a few things we’re especially proud of
- **Ramsay SmartDollar financial wellness program** to help you take control of your money
- **Real upward mobility — over 100 internal promotions in the past two years**
- Clean, organized manufacturing facilities
- A team culture where people actually support each other
If you show up, work hard, and keep improving, there’s room to grow here.
A lot of people start in production and move into **machine setup, leadership roles, or other opportunities across the company.**
**Not Sure If You're Qualified?**
Apply anyway.
We hire for **character first**.
If you’re **hungry, humble, and smart**, we can teach the rest.
**Join a Team That Builds Things the Right Way**
Morton Industries operates **five facilities across the United States** and continues to grow because of our commitment to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
The parts we build support equipment used across industries around the world.
But the real difference?
**The people in the building.**
If you’re ready to be part of that team, we’d love to meet you.
Morton Industries LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
## Qualifications
**PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE**
High School Diploma or equivalent
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