Bottom Line Operator
- Location
- Decatur - 35603
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Job Description:
Company Description Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. ITW Sexton is a stand-alone business within ITW and is a market leader in the manufacture of high-pressure aerosol cans and is seeking a Bottomline Operation at the Decatur, AL facility.
Job Description This Bottom-Line Operator is responsible for the safe production of quality aerosol can bottoms.
Essential Functions
- Identify specification of scheduled bottoms to be produced and currently being produced. Perform immediate visual and dimensional inspection of bottoms.
- Prepare for any changeovers that will occur on the given shift. Arrange to have all necessary materials ready and staged, as appropriate, to minimize nonvalue added activity.
- Verify slit stock matches current product manufactured on the bottom presses. Additionally, verify slit stock and part with Bottom Specs Summary sheet.
- Review and complete all required paperwork including the daily safety inspections sheet for each press.
- Maintain daily operations of stamping presses and perform basic maintenance.
- Maintain and troubleshoot uncoils, curlers, compound machines, ovens, and associated equipment as required.
- Conduct routine and periodic quality/SPC checks.
- Communicate with Operator from previous shift regarding bottom press operation, maintenance, quality, and safety issues.
- Keep work areas clean and organized and uphold 5-S principles.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Previous metal stamping machine operation experience highly desired.
- Able to lift approximately 20 – 40 pounds on a regular basis.
Additional information
- Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations.
- Ability to work independently, manage projects and complete assignments in a timely manner.
- Self-starter; works with minimal supervision; capable of offering up and making decisions.
- Effective oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Team-player with aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain keen vision and mental awareness while practicing careful attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with team members to support troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.
- Ability to collaborate with team members to support troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.
- Paid Holidays
- PTO (Vacation and Sick Pay)
- Attendance Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Medical (3 Plans), Dental and Vision Insurance
- FSA/HSA
- STD/LTD
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) (Roth/After-tax options available)
- Parental Leave
- Adoption Cost Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Scholarship Program
- 3 for 1 gift match program
- Volunteer Match Program
• $115 credit towards safety shoes 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.
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.
From 001 - Illinois Tool Works Inc.'s careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 25 Sept 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job