Operations Assistant, 1st Shift

G&W Electric Co.

Operations Assistant at G&W Electric improving safety and efficiency in manufacturing operations. Responsible for continuous improvement initiatives and supporting daily production planning.

Posted 5/23/2026full-timeBolingbrook • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $20 - $25 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

VBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the continuous improvement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the elimination of waste from our production processes.
Undertake projects that promote continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal workflow and contributing to the overall efficiency of the manufacturing process.
Support daily production and planning
Attend daily production meetings
Report on critical items and any shortages of supplies that need attention or will impact production
Conduct audits place orders as needed
Conduct 6S audits as assigned to ensure 6S standards are being maintained and identify areas for improvement.
Conduct audits and inventory counts of shop supplies
Conduct daily WIP counts
Conduct air and gas counts
Conduct chemical counts
Conduct Recycle Cap counts (module cap transferred between plants)
Complete Auto-ship and Konrady inventory
Order shop supplies utilizing both the auto-ship and standard shop supplier tracker
Complete and update the Chem logs
Collect/consolidate and enter JDE production data and weekly purge amounts
Conduct SLIM bottle cycle counts
Conduct Blast Cap inventory and complete system adjustments as needed
Conduct NSD and SD calibration verification of Press side tools
Conduct VBA bottle cycle counts
Compile and publish shelf-life review and report
Compile and send out reports for calibration needs
Compile and complete end of month purge data
Maintain shop supplies and cabinets
Audit incoming shop supplies to BOL
Put away all shop supplies
Maintain shop supply cabinets

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development
2+ years experience working in a manufacturing environment
Detail oriented and have the ability to multi-task
Experience involving tool management, 6S or continuous improvement project support.
Good communication skills and be able to work with employees at all levels of the organization
Able to read and interpret production documents and train others in their use
Intermediate computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Visio and Excel
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Familiarity with safety regulations and standards in a manufacturing setting.
Basic understanding of maintenance and equipment installation processes
Experience working with a business inventory system desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Health club membership program and reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
401 (k)
Annual Profit Sharing
Vacation
Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

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Hard Skills & Tools

6Stool managementcontinuous improvementinventory managementproduction data entrycalibration verificationWIP countschemical countsaudit processesshelf-life review

Soft Skills

detail orientedmulti-taskingcommunication skillsorganizational skillsability to train othersability to work with all levelsproblem-solvingtime managementadaptabilityteam collaboration

Certifications

High School diplomaGED