Production Operator - Millroom

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WEDNESDAYS 9AM - 2PM

At Gates, we welcome challenges, celebrate hard work, and continually seek new talent to join our global company. Our Galesburg plant is looking for Production Operators. Please review below to see if this might be the right opportunity for you:

PERKS AT WORK

• Great team culture that works together to get the job done
• Eligible for benefits in 30 days or less, including 401(k) with company match
• Employee Discounts - computers, vehicles, amusement park tickets, gym memberships, and more!

ABOUT THE JOB

• At our Galesburg plant, we specialize in the careful production of rubber, ensuring high-quality results with every step.
• Our process begins with raw materials, which are mixed, heated, and cooled for mill production.
• As a Production Operator, you will spend most of your day working collaboratively with others, lifting, measuring, mixing, and thoughtfully monitoring machinery and gauges to ensure smooth operations.
• Shifts available: 12 hours
  • 7 am-7 pm
  • 7 pm-7 am

ABOUT YOU

• Must be able to perform physical tasks, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, plus overtime, with reliable and consistent attendance
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Must have good communication skills, with the ability to carry out written and verbal instruction
• Basic reading, math, computer, and measurement skills required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Temperatures may vary in accordance with weather conditions and may be extreme. Gates is managed in compliance with OSHA guidelines and requires all employees to wear steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection.

ABOUT GATES

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

We know that's trying to fancy the terminology, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

We invite you to learn more about us and our values at www.gates.com/careers.

Gates Corporation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.