Metal Finishing Machine Operator (3rd Shift)
Starting Pay
Starting pay: $21.50/hour
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Frequent overtime, typically on weekends, may be required based on production demands and business needs.
Location
Looking for a hands-on manufacturing career? SWD Inc. is seeking dependable, hard-working individuals to join our Metal Finishing team on 3rd Shift. This is an entry-level manufacturing position where you'll learn how metal parts are processed, inspected, loaded, unloaded, and prepared for customer delivery.
Why Join SWD?
Starting pay of $21.50/hour
Weekly pay every Friday
Overtime opportunities available
Performance reviews and potential wage increases
Stable, full-time employment with a growing manufacturing company
Training provided – no metal finishing experience required
Responsibilities/Duties
- Load and unload metal parts from production lines
- Pack finished products according to customer requirements
- Review and follow shop orders
- Perform visual inspections of finished parts
- Stage completed work for the next step in production
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment
- Maintain a clean, safe work area
- Follow all safety, quality, and environmental procedures
- Absorb general production and department needs
What We're Looking For
- Previous manufacturing experience is helpful but not required
- Forklift experience is a plus
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout an entire shift
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds regularly
- Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed
- Team-oriented attitude with strong attention to detail
What We Offer
- Weekly Pay Every Friday
- 401(k) With Company Contributions
- 8 Paid Holidays
- PTO Starts Accruing On Day 1
- Illinois Paid Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & EAP
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
About Us
SWD Inc. opened for business in March 1980 with three employees in a 9,000 sq. ft. leased facility and began black oxiding, cleaning, and pickling operations with used equipment. In late 1980, the company began passivating stainless steel and in 1981 purchased Fastener Sorting Corporation. Today, a recognized leader in the Metal Finishing and Fastener Sorting fields, SWD Inc. has over 250 employees and runs three shifts per day in its 250,000 sq. ft. facility just west of Chicago in Addison, Illinois.
Note
Note: SWD is a Drug-Free workplace. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, and Pre-Employment Physical. Please Note: This role uses AI-assisted tools in parts of the hiring process, as required to be disclosed under Illinois law.