Machine Operator

## Description
# 🔧 Now Hiring: Machine Operator – 2nd Shift
📍 **Location:** Minonk, IL
💰 **Starting Rates:**

• **Machine Operator A:** $23.75
• **Machine Operator B:** $20.50
• **Machine Operator C:** $19.50

💵 **$2.50/hr Shift Premium Included**

🎯 **Classification based on experience and skills test performance**

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## 💼 Start Your Career with SMF – Where Precision Meets Purpose!

At **SMF Inc., an Etnyre International Company**, we’re not just offering jobs—we’re building long-term careers. With over 50 years of success in metal manufacturing, we proudly serve the **construction, agriculture, power generation, and mining industries** as a trusted Tier One supplier to Fortune 500 OEMs.

We are currently looking for **experienced** and motivated **Machine Operator** to join our **2nd shift team**. If you're passionate about safety, precision, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

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## 🔧 Machine Operator Responsibilities

• Safely operate **first-cut machines** and related production equipment
• Follow **blueprints** and specifications to ensure product accuracy
• Recognize and **troubleshoot machine malfunctions** independently
• Operate **overhead cranes** with attention to safety protocols
• Maintain production flow while achieving daily quality standards
• Assist with training **new team members and transfers**
• Keep work areas clean and compliant with safety/quality standards

## 🎁 Total Rewards You’ll Love

• 💸 **Annual Bonus Program for All Employees**
• 📈 **Annual Wage Increases**
• ⏱️ **Shift Premium: $2.50/hour for 2nd Shift or 3rd shift**
• 🎉 **11 Paid Holidays + 3 Paid Break Days**
• 🌴 **Generous PTO (Vacation & Flex Time)**
• 🏥 **Affordable Health Insurance (PPO & HSA Options)**
• 😁 **Low/No-Cost Dental & Vision Coverage**
• 🛡️ **Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Coverage Options**
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 **Company-Paid Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability**
• 💰 **401(k) with Company Match + Annual Profit Sharing**

## Qualifications

## ✅ Qualifications

• **Technical certification** or equivalent on-the-job machine operating experience
• Mechanical aptitude and strong math skills
• Demonstrated ability to read **technical drawings and blueprints**
• Experience operating **overhead cranes** in a safe, efficient manner
• Proven ability to spot and resolve machine issues
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• **Physical ability** to manually lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long durations

## 🌟 Why Join SMF?

SMF offers a **collaborative, growth-driven culture** where your voice is heard and your work is valued. With **over 200,000 sq. ft. of production space**, we provide unmatched opportunities to advance your career in **fabrication, machining, and manufacturing operations**. Our team is proud to be ranked in the **top 0.5% of machine shops nationwide**, and we’re just getting started.

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🎯 **Ready to take the next step in your machine operator career?**

Join a team where your skills are respected, your growth is supported, and your future is bright.

👉 **Apply now and start building your future with SMF!**

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