[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Illinois Tool Works jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Illinois Tool Works · Zeeland, MI # Machine Operator Zeeland, Michigan, United States of America Full-time Operations Listed on Illinois Tool Works’s official careers site. Posted September 14, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Illinois Tool Works’s careers site →](https://careers.itw.com/us/en/job/ITWITWUSJR9886EXTERNALENUS/Press-Operator) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Illinois Tool Works](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/) / Machine Operator ## Job description ### Job Description Position Objective: To ensure only qua lity products are being produced while constantly striving to meet our customers’ expectations of Zero Defects. ### Essential Functions Perfor m assigned in-process and final inspections. Monitor products using the workstation equipment, such as micrometers, calipe rs, indicators, and attribute gauges to ensure that quality product s are being produce d. Ensure and maintain quality documents in a neat and orderly manner. Measure and inspect parts according to the Operator Inspection Instruction. Support and assist production as necessary or required. I dentify n onconforming or suspect products and initiate containment process. Verify that SPC data is being correctly gathered, recorded, and monitored. Gather paperwork, SPC data, and gages necessary for upcoming production jobs. Comply with Drawform procedures, safety standar ds, and housekeeping practices by keeping work area clean, safe and organized. Complete and compare WIP Traveler and label info to assure it is correct and all product is labeled properly. Participate in team activities and contribute to the overall success of the team. Perform other duties as assigned or directed. Mix and monitor coolant ratios and levels Perform Coil Changes Monitor and Recycle scrap pieces and parts Qualifications: Familiarity with shop floor gauging. Some knowledge/understanding of blueprint reading. Familiarity with SPC (Statistical Process Control). Basic mathematics skills. Basic computer knowledge. Completed the Intro to Production Tech Training Program Must successfully complete all required Drawform Operator certifications within the first 90 da ys. High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience. Ability to read, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to complete training, follow work instructions and safety procedures, and use required systems. ### Physical Requirements Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Ability to walk from press to press on the occasions where presses are not located next to each other. Ability to operate multiple presses at the same time when the job rating is within an acceptable level. ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 14, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 18, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 34 days - Location: Zeeland, Michigan, United States of America - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Illinois Tool Works’s careers site →](https://careers.itw.com/us/en/job/ITWITWUSJR9886EXTERNALENUS/Press-Operator) ## More jobs at Illinois Tool Works ### [Operator Trainee](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/69d4331d58a9602395d2/) Zeeland, Michigan, United States of America ### [HR Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/a79a6b18e8170709b36e/) Zeeland, Michigan, United States of America ### [3rd Shift Heat Treat Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/9888899c9e2320af2d4a/) Gallatin, Tennessee, United States of America ### [Application Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/6dfc1d17a33087400bc5/) Troy, Ohio, United States of America ### [Application Engineer - Continuous Inkjet Technologies](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/c960c67d53a74f9f99f1/) Saint Charles, Missouri, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Machine Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/loews/jobs/5ab06ff0a590643e81e4/) Loews · New Castle, PA ### [Machine Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/loews/jobs/9766dc77e75b38eb1307/) Loews · Oil City, PA ### [Machine Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/3ecc109dbe0a0a4ca950/) Cargill · Breaux Bridge, Louisiana ### [Machine Operator- Auto Punch Press Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/abb/jobs/905b0d5315228b14a200/) ABB · Saint Louis, Missouri, United States of America ### [*Machine Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sanmina-sci/jobs/88de940cbc5b66d7cd2b/) Sanmina-SCI · Manchester, NH, US OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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