Industrial Assembly & Machine Setup Specialist

Help us strengthen critical infrastructure while growing your technical toolkit.

Our mission

For more than eight decades, Norton McMurray Manufacturing (NORMAC) has produced high-quality natural gas compression fittings. We operate as a lean organization where continuous improvement, teamwork, and developing people are central. Our expectation is simple and ambitious: we make people better—our coworkers, partners, and customers.

Role snapshot

• Location: On-site in Geneva, Illinois
• Position Type: Full Time
• Duration: Temporary Employment (6–10 weeks)
• Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Compensation: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour

Position Status: Non-Exempt

The challenge you'll take on

Step into a hands-on role where you will set up and operate machines, assemble components, and keep product moving to customers—all while improving the process. You will use 5-Why and other root-cause tools to stabilize quality and eliminate waste, contribute to area maintenance, and collaborate across functions to deliver safe, reliable output every day.

• Operate and change over machines and work cells
• Assemble parts to meet specifications and quality targets
• Maintain a clean, organized area and perform basic maintenance
• Support shipping activities to meet on-time delivery
• Participate in continuous improvement and team problem-solving

What you bring

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, and/or warehouse operations
• Forklift experience preferred, not required
• Exposure to lean manufacturing preferred, not required
• General mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for 8 hours daily
• Clear English communication—written and verbal
• Team mindset; coachable; follows standards and safety protocols
• Dependable for scheduled hours in Geneva, IL (Mon–Fri, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.)
• Proof of full COVID vaccination or waiver*

Technical strengths we value

• Continuous Improvement orientation
• 5 Why and Root Cause Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing principles
• Mechanical Assembly capability
• Machine setups for production runs
• Basic computer skills

Growth and opportunity

• 40 hours per week during a 6–10 week temporary period
• Potential to structure the experience like an internship
• Possibility of future seasonal assignments

How we make decisions

Our recruiting process may incorporate AI-assisted tools to support efficiency and consistency; all hiring decisions include human review and are made by our team.

Internal Posting Disclaimer: Candidate selection reflects qualifications, performance, business needs, and internal equity. Not all applicants will be selected for interviews.

* Contact HR for more details

NORMAC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.