Job Description

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
Job Title: Manufacturing Technician, CNC Programming
Location: Alsip, IL (Onsite)
About Us
Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies - from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers - to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we're driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.
Job Overview:
If you're inspired by progress and fueled by innovation, this is where your skills can truly make an impact. At our Precision and Science Technologies division in Alsip (Chicago), IL, you'll be part of a team that transforms bold ideas into real-world results.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you'll put your CNC machining and programming expertise to work--setting up equipment, troubleshooting issues on the floor, and ensuring every cut, contour, and operation meets exacting standards. You'll apply Lean manufacturing principles to refine processes, eliminate waste, and elevate efficiency. Your ability to interpret technical drawings, use precision measuring instruments, and leverage CAD software will be central to delivering the accuracy and consistency our products demand. In this role, you'll document and enhance manufacturing processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and support real-time problem resolution to keep production running seamlessly. Here, every detail matters and every contribution moves us forward. Where precision meets purpose, your expertise powers progress.
Responsibilities

• Investigate and implement innovative process improvements in manufacturing and assembly to enhance productivity.
• Use visual controls to clearly communicate process improvements, performance metrics, and project status to the team.
• Manage time and priorities effectively to meet product development goals while addressing real-time production challenges.
• Lead the identification and execution of productivity initiatives to achieve operational targets.
• Conduct real-time problem resolution to support on-time delivery and minimize production disruptions.
• Contribute to the design and preparation of drawings for equipment, fixture, and tool modifications.
• Assist in designing fixtures and material handling devices that meet regulatory requirements and improve process efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity (SQDIP).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience with CNC machining equipment operation and setup.
• 1+ years experience in CNC programming, troubleshooting, and application of Lean manufacturing principles.
• 1+ years of experience using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks or AutoCAD) for creating process prints, tools, fixtures, and gauges.
• 1+ years of interpreting technical drawings and use precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).

Core Competencies

• CNC Programming & Troubleshooting: Programming CNC equipment and resolving technical issues on the shop floor.
• Mechanical & Technical Skills: Strong aptitude for milling, grinding, assembly, and automation processes.
• Process & Systems Optimization: Developing, documenting, and implementing systems and procedures to improve manufacturing efficiency.
• Project Management : Ability to independently plan, manage, and complete projects from start to finish.

Preference:

• Associate's degree in Industrial Technology

Travel & Work Arrangements

• This is an onsite role, providing hands-on support for day-to-day manufacturing operations.
• Close visual acuity is required for reading schematics, technical drawings, and computer screens.
• Up to 25% travel may be required.
• Work is performed on the manufacturing floor with exposure to varying temperatures.

Pay Range
The base pay range for this role is $80,000 - 105,000 annually. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate's skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.
What We Offer
At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership -- taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.
Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

Skills Required