Company Description

Gaylord Industries, a leader in kitchen ventilation for over 75 years, is known for its durable systems and innovative approach, focusing on energy efficiency and labor optimization. Our products are certified to meet North American safety standards through Intertek's ETL Certification program. We prioritize relationships, with a responsive team dedicated to meeting the needs of consultants and foodservice operators.

Gaylord Industries is part of the ITW Food Equipment Group, which includes prominent brands like Vulcan, Wolf, Hobart, and more. This group is a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc., a Fortune 200 global industrial manufacturer with a presence in 56 countries and over 50,000 employees, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.

Job Description

• Set up, program, and adjust the Pressbrake; including daily operator maintenance.  
• Set up, program, and adjust the Laser; including daily operator maintenance. 
• Accurately produce error-free and scratch-free parts quickly and efficiently. 
• Provide quality parts within required tolerances. 
• Operate equipment according to all safety procedures. 
• Follow all Company safety policies as required for the position and area. 
• Inform maintenance of any mechanical malfunctions immediately. 
• Use knowledge and experience to answer questions regarding tolerances and QC of all parts produced within the area. 
• Actively participate in safety program. 
• Perform other duties as required. 
• Maintain work area to 5s standards  
• Cross train on various machines within the department. 
• Train others on all equipment within the department when necessary. 
• Physical ability to bend, stoop, reach and stand frequently. 
• Have sufficient strength to lift, push, pull, and shake sheets of metal from one surface to another frequently; for up to ten (10) hours per day. 
• Physical ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs and frequently lift 10 to 30 pounds. 
• Shift time: 3:30PM - 11:30PM Monday - Friday (OT when necessary) 

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age requirement is 18 years old.
• Basic math skills 
• Ability to work from shop drawings. 
• Recognize and identify all types of sheet metal used within the plant. 
• Proficiently read a tape measure. 
• Follow all safety and housekeeping rules. 
• Strong interpersonal skills. 
• Must be team oriented. 
• Skills to read and write English, in order to work from blueprints and drawings. 
• Operate a forklift and understand its capacities. (Company certification required). 

Preferred Qualification 

• Knowledge or experience with Cincinnati, Accupress or Bystronic Expert Series Press brakes. 
• Knowledge or experience with Amada CO2 Lasers.
• Additional software knowledge is preferred. 
• NC Programming and Drafting software knowledge preferred Experience working in a production environment.

Additional Information

For further information about this position, please reach out to Brian Pieri at brian.pieri@gaylordventilation.com.

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.