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Machine Operator

Regal Rexnord · Downers Grove, IL

Posted Aug 30, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you caught a quality problem on your own before it became a bigger issue.

attention to detail and whether they inspect their own work rather than just running parts

Tell me about a time your attendance or reliability was tested, maybe bad weather or a personal issue, and how you handled it.

reliability, which the posting flags as crucial for meeting customer schedules

Describe a time you had to read and follow a blueprint or diagram that was confusing or incomplete. What did you do?

comfort with technical documents and willingness to ask for clarification rather than guess

Tell me about a time you worked with someone who wasn't pulling their weight or made a mistake that affected your work. How did you handle it?

how they handle friction on a shop floor team without escalating unnecessarily

Technical

Walk me through how you would set up a job using a process sheet and a blueprint you have never seen before.

whether the candidate can actually follow written setup documentation independently rather than relying on someone showing them

What is the difference between using a caliper and a micrometer, and when would you choose one over the other?

basic hands-on measurement knowledge, since this is core to the daily work

How do you check that a gauge is properly calibrated before you rely on it for a measurement?

understanding of gauge verification, which the posting calls out directly

How do you keep quality records during a shift, and why does that paperwork matter beyond just checking a box?

understanding that documentation supports traceability, especially important in an aerospace and defense environment

Can you do a quick math problem in your head, like figuring out how many parts you can finish in the time left on a shift if you're running at a certain rate?

basic mathematical aptitude called out in the qualifications

Situational

Say you are running a machine and the parts start coming out slightly out of tolerance. What do you do next?

whether they stop and troubleshoot versus keep running bad parts to hit a count

This role has you rotating between multiple machines. How do you keep track of different setups and settings without mixing them up?

ability to context-switch and stay organized across varied equipment

If a Gemba board or work instruction told you to do something one way, but your own experience told you a different way was faster, what would you do?

respect for standardized work versus a tendency to freelance on the floor

You will be on your feet all shift and lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Tell me about a job where the physical demands were similar.

realistic expectations about physical stamina for the role

Because of the aerospace and defense work here, this position has export control and citizenship restrictions. Can you speak to your status, whether you're a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident?

eligibility to legally hold the position under State Department rules

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The full job description

As published by Regal Rexnord.

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office. ____________________ Come fly with Regal Rexnord and watch your career soar! Join the winning team with a company that offers excellent opportunities to grow your career. Based on experience we will offer $20.00-$30.00/Hr., along with a very competitive benefit package, including 401(k) with a match, that starts day one. We are in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled building. Regal Rexnord’s Aerospace and Defense business is on an upward trajectory, we are rapidly growing, and we have opportunities to add new team members. Are you interested in joining a growing team with a fantastic culture that is offering a  $4,000 sign-on bonus . Win! Key Accountabilities • Work from process sheets, blueprints, setup sheets, setup cards, Gemba boards, and verbal as well as written instructions. • Set up, adjust and operate production machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. • Use calipers, micrometers, depth & height gauges, Sunnen gauges & plug gauges, hand tools and operate manual machines. • Set up and/or verify preset gauges for proper calibration as required, inspect own work to ensure quality and quantity standards. • Prepare and maintain quality records. Qualifications “Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.” • “This position is subject to policies and procedures set forth by the State Department and applicants who do not meet such requirements will not be eligible for the position”. • Strong reliability – it is crucial that this person is able to work as scheduled in order to meet our customers’ requirements. • Previous experience and demonstrated proficiency in operating manufacturing equipment preferred. • Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with mechanical aptitude and minimum one-year previous experience. • Must be able to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and diagrams in English. • Demonstrated ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. • Rotate between multiple machines, able to lift up to 50lbs occasionally and stand for an entire shift. • Other duties as assigned. Rewards In addition to gaining invaluable experience and having the opportunity to grow, you will be rewarded with: • Competitive Hourly Wage • Matching 401(k) contribution • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • Life Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care) & Health Savings Accounts • Critical illness and Accident Insurance, as well Life Insurance, and an EAP • Educational Reimbursement How To Apply Internal Associates must sign into career site www.regalrexnord.com , click Login, enter Username and Password then apply and upload a current resume. Regal Rexnord associates must be in good standing for consideration for job openings. This includes satisfactory or above ratings in job performance and no corrective actions, PIP’s, disciplinary issues or warnings in the last 12 months. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Minority/Veteran/Disabled Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) • Paid Time Off and Holidays • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance • Paid Leaves • Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies : Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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