Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. ITW, with approximately 14.8 billion dollars in global revenues, operates 7 major segments with businesses in 55 countries that employ approximately 48,000 women and men. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 active patents.

Division Description: ITW Seats & Motion Division within the ITW Automotive Segment delivers highly differentiated, precision-engineered plastic solutions to global OEMs and their tier suppliers across North America and Europe.

POSITION SUMMARY: Tests and inspects products at various stages; compiles and evaluates statistical data to determine and maintain quality and reliability of products by performing the following duties. Ensure that all manufactured products meet and/or exceed quality standards set by our customers. Conduct performance testing of all products during design phase, calibration of measurement equipment, etc.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes but not limited to the following duties:

• Performs quality tasks as outlined in Job Instructions of The Quality Management System (QMS).
• Performs quality inspections, document, and record inspection results.
• Writes scrap ticket for rejected parts; analyzes causes.
• Ensure that all rejected material is properly marked and moved to a nonconformance area.
• Verify part quality, correct labels, ensure accuracy and existence of lot traceability, and that first piece production parts are in place.
• Participates in corrective action processes by recommending and implementing necessary corrective actions.
• Responsible for communicating with the Quality Manager, Engineers, Operators and/or Operations Manager regarding quality problems or concerns.
• Help instruct new employees on key quality elements of a good manufactured part or product and assist with training on measuring techniques.
• Read and interpret part drawings and understand tolerances.
• Follow all business and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years of job-related experience
• Basic mathematical skills
• Basic knowledge and ability to operate computers and perform tasks in MS Office
• Must be able to work in a team environment, demonstrate a positive attitude consistently, and must possess good communication / interpretation skills
• Must possess good visual skills for part inspection, and reasoning ability

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust and focus
• Individual must have ability to reach with arms extended and/or overhead, excellent hand dexterity, ability to bend, stoop, stretch, and similar activities
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds occasionally
• Willingness and ability to work scheduled overtime

Equipment and Tools Used (but not limited to):

• Precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, height gages, dial indicators, veneer calipers, cubing fixtures and special gages. Check fixtures, templates, magnifying glass, scales, and inspection stamps.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

ITW is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions. If you require assistance with completing an application, please reply that you require assistance.

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.