IFC Operator

Join Our Team as an IFC Operator at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, OH (onsite)

Vacancy Type: Existing Position

As our next IFC Operator, you’ll support the Group Lead and Supervisor in maintaining quality, productivity, and on-time delivery within the assigned department. Your expertise in lamination operations, precision inspection, machine setup, and production quality will be essential in guiding operators, maintaining process performance, and ensuring products meet established specifications.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Recognition Programs: Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Strong Leadership: Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.
• Innovation Hubs: Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the Group Lead and Supervisor in achieving quality, productivity, and on-time delivery targets
• Guide production operators in following established processes and achieving performance expectations
• Set up and operate equipment used in lamination processes, including winders, automated cutters, CMM equipment, and lamination machines
• Verify machine setups against routers, job documentation, and established process requirements
• Use microscopes, magnifying equipment, calipers, micrometers, eye loupes, rulers, and related inspection tools to measure critical dimensions
• Run approved CMM programs after completing the required on-the-job training
• Read and interpret work instructions, routers, Bills of Materials, blueprints, and process specifications
• Conduct quality inspections at the beginning and end of production runs and at required intervals throughout the process
• Inspect your own work to ensure complete compliance with quality requirements
• Document inspection results and report any process or product deviations
• Help maintain smooth production flow by identifying and communicating equipment, material, process, or quality concerns
• Follow all applicable safety requirements, standard operating procedures, and quality-control practices
• Maintain an organized and clean work area
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, routers, Bills of Materials, blueprints, and process specifications
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Strong attention to detail when performing intricate and repetitive operations
• Ability to use precision measurement and visual inspection equipment
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to learn machine setup procedures
• Ability to complete required inspections and accurately document results
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures consistently and safely

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with lamination, automated cutting, winding, or precision assembly processes
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, microscopes, eye loupes, or other inspection equipment
• Exposure to CMM equipment or dimensional inspection programs
• Experience setting up manufacturing equipment according to routers or job packets
• Previous experience in electronics, medical technology, or precision manufacturing
• Experience guiding or training other production operators

Work Environment

• Climate-controlled manufacturing environment
• Frequent use of visual inspection and precision measurement equipment
• Work may involve repetitive and detailed hand operations
• Regular interaction with production machinery and automated equipment
• Required use of applicable personal protective equipment and adherence to all safety procedures

How to Apply

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com. We can’t wait to meet you!

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.