MFG Specialist - Night Shift: Olney, IL

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Master Halco
, North America’s leading manufacturer/distributor of fencing and perimeter security products, is seeking a Machine Operator willing to complete training, if necessary, to become a weaving machine operator for 2nd Shift (Monday through Thursday 3:30 pm – 2:00 am).

This position will work under limited supervision operating moderately complex equipment in the continuous-operation manufacturing of strand wire into woven chain link fence. The associate will also be responsible for the set‑up and operation of one or more weaving machines, inspecting for quality and troubleshooting problems.

• Competitive wage starting at $22.00 per hour plus a $2.50 shift differential (total $24.50 per hour)
• Monday through Thursday Second Shift 3:30 pm – 2:00 am
• A competitive health care plan (over 30 hours a week)
• A generous matching 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• A generous paid‑time‑off package, AND MORE!

This is a very exciting time to join our company. We are continuing to grow (70 locations), introducing new products, making technological investments, and implementing innovative marketing strategies. We are also focused on our people -- our most important resource. At Master Halco, we believe in transparency, open communication, and rewarding success with a path to fully develop your potential while building a career.

Master Halco offers advancement opportunities at every level. We are always looking for people with the drive to learn and determination to succeed.

• Set up weaving machine for correct height and selvage of wire fabric and threads machine with wire ends.
• Using verbal instructions or manufacturing order forms, retrieves specific gauge and finish of raw material with forklift.
• Starts, stops and monitors weaving operation on multiple weaving machines.
• Corrects minor problems such as tangles and misweaves and reports major problems to Supervisor or maintenance dept.
• Performs visual inspection on finished material and material in‑process for misweaves, poor quality raw material, etc.
• Monitors roll length counter and removes woven wire from take‑up roll.
• May drive forklift to move wire to staging area.
• Able to physically lift 75+ lbs. regularly.
• Desired experience with metal forming machines such as extrusion presses and/or CNC.
• Ability to work overtime (including weekends) as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing or machine operator experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Attention to detail and quality focus.
• Physical fitness to lift and move heavy parts.

If you enjoy a fast‑paced work environment and the opportunity to challenge your mechanical skills on our manufacturing equipment, this is the right place for you!

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