Automatic Press Operator

Description

FIC America Corp. is a global Tier 1 automotive components manufacturer centrally located in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. We are actively seeking an automatic press operator for the Stamping Department. Set up, operate, or tend automatic press machine used to shape metal material to meet product specifications.

Essential Job Functions

• •Set up and operate, transfer or blanking presses
• •Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data
• •Visually measure and inspect completed parts to specifications
• •Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to standard operating procedures
• •Report defects and operating difficulties to supervisor
• •Perform basic trouble shooting, problem solving, and make minor adjustments
• •Clean automatic press machines
• •Complete paperwork on inspections and operations
• •Follow standard work instructions
• •Perform other duties assigned

Requirements

• •Basic mechanical aptitude (previous experience/comfortable working with tools or machinery) Hands on mechanical experience, automotive repair, minor machine repair, and be able to handle turn a wrench
• •Strong attention to detail, can recognize abnormalities – noise, jams, defects
• •Work independently, ability to stay focused, willingness to learn and take direction
• •Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, LOTO, PPE, etc.
• •Must be able to speak and read basic English to comply with position, Safety, Plant & PPE procedures & requirements
• •Must be willing to cross-train
• •Must be able to work company’s required overtime, including potential Saturday’s
• •Must comply with Attendance and Punctuality Policy

Other Job Functions

• •Comply with FIC’s Safety policies and procedures
• •Comply with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures and standards
• •Perform 5-S activities

Pay Range $18/hour - $22/hour, based on qualifications and experience

Additional Compensation: We operate two shifts and 2nd Shift employees are given a $1/hour shift differential

Benefits Offered

• •Medical plans offered through Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental, and VSP Vision
• •Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Transit FSA
• •401(k) – Company will match 50% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k)
• •Basic Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability paid by employer
• •Optional Supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• •Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days Paid

About FIC America Corp.

Established in 1994 by Futaba Industrial Co., Ltd., we have been in Carol Stream, IL from the beginning and added an additional facility in Bloomingdale, IL. A Japanese owned manufacturer of stamped and welded products, supplying the automotive industry with performance auto parts, related to emissions, fuel, and exhaust.

Stamping Components - We utilize numerous stamping presses ranging from 150 tons to 2500 tons. This includes Blanking, Manual, and Transfer presses.

FIC America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. FIC America Corp. does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status or any other attribute or characteristic protected by law.

We are unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.