Production Machine Operator Rheo Engineering Peoria, IL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement 401(k) 4% Match Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Machine tool maintenance Inspection gauge Machine shop presses Tube bending Press brake machine Mechanical blueprint interpretation Press operation Machine setup Drill presses Microsoft Excel Equipment setup (production tasks) Microsoft Outlook Tooling Machining fixtures Lift truck Machining tool setup Machine cleaning Mid-level Shop math Communication platforms High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Dimensional measurements Parts drawings Precision measurement in machining Band saw Collaborative technology platforms Microsoft Teams Collaboration with manufacturing teams Milling machines Full Job Description Production Machine Operator Production | Peoria, IL |

Full-Time Pay:

$30-35 per hour

Reports To:

Production Team Supervisor Good pay. Great benefits. Real machining work — custom parts, not the same piece over and over. If you take pride in precision and want a shop that respects your craft, keep reading. Rheo Engineering designs and builds powder handling equipment used to make life-saving medicine. As a Production Machine Operator, you'll turn Engineering's prints into accurate, finished parts on lathes, mills, press brakes, and more. What You'll Do Perform all machinist-related tasks on each project safely, responsibly, and effectively Read and interpret fabrication prints and drawings from the Engineering Department Run precision machine tools and equipment, including hydraulic press brake, slip roll, vertical mill, horizontal bandsaw, drill press, hydraulic tube bender, and lathe Use gauges and measuring instruments to hold tolerance requirements Set up and use the right inserts, fixtures, and tooling for the job Do the shop math — perform computations, interpret technical instructions and diagrams, collect data, and solve problems Read and follow safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals Coordinate with Engineering and the Production Team Lead to get every workpiece right and on time Provide budgetary labor estimates for workpieces based on your machining knowledge Perform routine maintenance and daily cleaning on machine tools and equipment Deliver quality work on time — quality, efficiency, and attention to detail are top priorities in this role Take on other tasks as assigned by your supervisor What We're Looking For Experience High school diploma or GED Experience with precision machining tools and equipment Experience operating a forklift Software Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Teams for team communication Traits Detail-Orientation — high attention to detail and highly organized Extreme Ownership — you see a project through from beginning to end, no matter the obstacle Respectful Communication — you communicate honestly and respectfully with your team Safe Operation — you run tools and equipment with skill and with safety first Hands-On Craftsmanship — you excel when working with your hands

Values Alignment Initiative:

instinct for taking action to improve, solve, and deliver.

Collaboration:

proactive communication with your stakeholders.

Competence:

ability to do your job well.

Reliability:

persistent follow-through on commitments.

Bold Humility:

courage to speak, act, and listen without arrogance. Preferred Qualifications Associate's Degree or completion of a related apprenticeship program Experience machining or forming stainless steel Why Rheo Steady work in a stable industry — the equipment you help build is used to make life-saving medicine, and that work doesn't dry up. A small shop where you're a name, not a number — about 100 people and a team that has your back. Real variety — custom work, not the same part over and over. And great pay and benefits to go with it. Benefits Leading medical insurance — consistently low rates compared to other businesses in the area Health Savings Account with employer contributions (plan-dependent) Dental, vision, and life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Identity theft insurance 401(k) with 4% employer match Generous PTO Paid paternity and maternity leave Paid cell phone plan with stipend for a new phone every 2 years Employee referral program Working Conditions This is a shop-floor position. You must be able to work on your feet for prolonged periods, bend/stoop, climb stairs and ladders, squat, kneel, push/pull, lift up to 50 lbs, and use vibratory and other basic tools, on an occasional to frequent basis depending on the project. Standard 8-hour workday, with overtime as requested by your supervisor. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation. Rheo Engineering is an equal opportunity employer.