Manufacturing Operator Job Listing at Kelly Services in Des Plaines, IL (Job ID 10134693)

Description

Finishing Operator –  Are you detail-driven, enjoy working with your hands, and passionate about craftsmanship? Join our team as a Finishing Operator and play a vital role in producing world-class dental instruments!
What You'll Do:

• Perform finishing operations such as buffing, grinding, shaping, and polishing on dental instruments after heat treatment.
• Utilize abrasive belts, wheels, and precision tools to achieve exact product specifications and customer requirements.
• Work on complex, technically challenging products, relying on your eye/hand coordination and keen attention to detail.
• Progress to multiple product families as you master new skill sets—your role and responsibilities will grow with your abilities.
• Inspect finished instruments, identify quality issues, and correct any process flaws for exceptional results.
• Use measurement tools and read drawings to ensure all products meet rigorous standards.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations (OSHA) and company-specific guidelines.
• Record work performed using bar code systems or manual logs.
• Take on other related duties as assigned.

What You Need:

• Minimum 1 year experience with manufacturing machines, grinding tools, or equipment.
• Basic English reading/writing and math skills.
• Physical capability for repetitive tasks and routine operations with consistent focus.
• Ability to maintain quality under general supervision and exercise judgment to resolve quality concerns.
• Willingness to learn and use measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, protractors), and basic blueprint reading.
• Manual dexterity or prior relevant work experience is helpful, but not required.
• Openness to learning new instruments via written specifications or samples.
• Ability to train others as you develop expertise.
• Basic computer skills are a plus!

Why Join Us?

• Stable and supportive work environment
• Growth opportunities as you master new product categories
• Competitive wages & benefits
• Safety-first culture

Ready to become a key part of our manufacturing team? Apply today for our Finishing Operator position and help us produce precision instruments that make a difference!
Send your resume to Lesly.salgado@kellyservices.com

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