Impactor Shift Operator - 2nd shift

Impactor Shift Operator - 2nd shift - 1pm-9:30pm - Mon-Fri

Elk Grove Village, IL, USA

Posted Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00 AM

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.

Perks for you include:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

The scope of the duties is one who assumes complete set-up and operating responsibilities. Requires the assistance of an Impactor Operator Assistant or helper to perform certain tasks such as die changing, material handling and the like. Backed up, on call, by competent maintenance personnel is essential to assure operations, will be available.

• Obtain bundle of steel from storage with overhead crane.
• Set-up automatic forging system to proper product specification.
• Insure proper operation of various system components.
• Perform routine pre-operation preventative maintenance and safety inspections in accordance with the check-list.
• Maintain the daily inspection and operating log sheets as instructed.
• Keep the equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Assist maintenance personnel with disassembly, maintenance repair and re-assembly operations as directed.
• Train new employees as required.
• Operate fork lift as required.
• Perform other duties as required by supervision.

• Ability to perform mathematical calculations including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to read blue prints.
• To use vernier calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions or procedures.
• Exercise and make decisions as might be required in performance of the job.
• Knowledge of English Language.

This role has an hourly salary range of $27 - $36/hr in addition, you’re eligible for competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Klein Tools Inc. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skills, experience, and location.

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Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at