1st Shift Production Specialist - Training Provided

QPS Employment Group; Oelwein (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroechamber in Oelwein, IA is hiring a Production Associate on 1st shift (6:00am–4:30pm, Mon–Thu; OT Fri) at $18.00/hour. This is a potential to hire opportunity through QPS Employment Group.

Join a safety–driven team performing sanding, assembly, finishing, and packaging to meet daily production goals. On‑the‑job training is provided with IND099 certification; high school diploma and 6 months manufacturing experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• At least 6 months of related manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to read and use measurement tools accurately.
• Solid math skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform sanding, puttying, scraping, and surface preparation to meet product specifications.
• Operate various hand tools and power tools in accordance with safety and operational standards.
• Apply, wipe, and finish stain on products to achieve required quality standards.
• Load and unload materials and finished products throughout the production process.
• Assemble products and components according to established work instructions.
• Package and box finished products for shipment and storage.
• Inspect parts and finished products for accuracy, quality, and proper identification.
• Verify product counts and documentation before transferring items to the next production stage.
• Participate in team meetings and quality control initiatives.
• Support production schedules and meet daily manufacturing goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading measurement tools

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6 months manufacturing experience preferred

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

Monroechamber in Oelwein, IA is hiring a Production Associate on 1st shift (6:00am–4:30pm, Mon–Thu; OT Fri) at $18.00/hour. This is a potential to hire opportunity through QPS Employment Group.

Join a safety–driven team performing sanding, assembly, finishing, and packaging to meet daily production goals. On‑the‑job training is provided with IND099 certification; high school diploma and 6 months manufacturing experience preferred.