General Factory Worker Job at Guardian Equipment

Guardian Equipment Chicago, IL 60642

Are you looking for an opportunity in manufacturing? We are looking for ambitious people who want a career, not just a job. Starting pay is up to $16.50 an hour with great benefits and lots of advancement opportunities.

Who We Are

Founded 75 years ago, WaterSaver Faucet Co. manufactures precision valves, faucets, and other related products for science laboratories. Our sister company, Guardian Equipment, was founded 45 years ago and manufactures industrial safety equipment. Guardian’s emergency eyewash and shower products are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We have been family-owned for three generations and are the largest players in our two industries, selling products all over the world. We are focused on continuously expanding our product offering to remain the best source for the laboratory needs and emergency response needs of the industrial, commercial, and institutional markets. We provide our customers with the highest quality products, the ability to develop customized solutions, responsive customer service, and competitive prices, and are dedicated to being the unsurpassed innovative leaders in emergency eyewash and shower equipment and laboratory faucet and valve manufacturing.

Proud To Call Chicago Home

We love Chicago and have always been here. We have two state-of-the-art facilities totaling 200,000 square feet in River North. WaterSaver is at Erie and Halsted Streets, while Guardian is at North Branch and Division Streets on Goose Island.

Both companies have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.

Why You Should Join Our Team

When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training, and skills development.

Positions Available

We have jobs available in a variety of areas of our manufacturing operations:

  • Rackers- Rack and unrack parts for powder painting and chrome plating.
  • Assemblers - Work on a production team to build finished products.
  • Testers- Inspect and pressure test finished products.
  • Packers -Add the final components, clean and pack products for shipment.

Skills and Qualifications

We don’t need prior experience. We can train you for your job. All we need is:

  • A high school or GED degree.
  • Ability to read and understand English and do basic shop math.
  • Ability to work on your feet for a full day in a fast-paced environment.
  • An interest in working with your hands on real products.

Pay and Benefits

  • Starting salary is $15.40 or more, depending on the job.
  • Pay rate can increase by $1-2/hour for perfect attendance and working voluntary overtime.
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.
  • Optional dental and vision coverage.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • Pension and 401k plans.
  • (10) paid holidays, (5) paid time off (PTO) days and (5) paid sick leave (PSL) days a year.

WaterSaver Faucet Co./Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.

Our candidate evaluation process includes a physical exam (including a drug test), background and reference checks, and tests for reading comprehension and basic math.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.40 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime

COVID-19 considerations:
Masks are optional for employees and visitors.

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Chicago, IL 60642: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • English: 1 year (Required)
  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location




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