2nd Shift Production Operator - Manufacturing

Castle Metals; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company with over 130 years of experience in the metals service center industry. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic and experience in production environments. You will operate machinery, handle materials, and ensure quality inspections while working in a dynamic setting. With flexible shift hours and a commitment to employee well-being, this position offers competitive pay and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. If you're ready to make an impact in a thriving industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Recognition

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in a production environment is essential.
• Ability to read blueprints and use basic measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment to meet customer obligations.
• Safely use power equipment for material movement.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Production Environment Experience

Blueprint Reading

Basic Measurement Competency

Basic Math Competency

Knowledge of Warehouse Practices

Strong Work Ethic

Tools

Overhead Crane

Forklift

Pallet Jack

Micrometers

Calipers

Height Gauges

Job description

Description

Position at Banner Industries

A. M. Castle & Co. has over 130 years of experience as a leader in the metals service center industry. We provide exceptional benefits, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, 401K match, paid time off, paid parental leave, employee recognition, disability benefits, and tuition reimbursement.

PURPOSE:

This position is responsible for performing a variety of responsibilities in the production area including operating machinery. Must have manufacturing floor experience but will train on specific equipment such as centerless grinders, saws, and bar chamfering. Responsibilities will also include general material handling and dimensional inspections. Operates necessary equipment to store and move products throughout the warehouse, including overhead cranes and forklifts.

Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour

Hours: The shift is flexible after a short training shift of 11am-7pm. Actual shift time will vary within 1:00PM and 11:00PM until a full shift is staffed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates production equipment to meet customer obligations
• Performs a variety of material movement tasks on orders being worked on
• Safely uses assigned power equipment to move material and meet order requirements (overhead crane, forklift, pallet jack, etc.)
• Able to follow standard work procedures when operating all machinery & equipment
• Works under immediate supervision
• Notices and reports defects and/or excessive wear and tear of equipment; May perform set-up and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in a production environment
• Able to read and understand blueprints
• Basic measurement competency (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, etc.)
• Basic math competency
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a warehouse environment
• Strong work ethic

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Manual dexterity (grasp, hand/wrist movement)
• Stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach
• Push/pull
• Light lifting (25lbs or less)
• Heavy lifting (25-50lbs)
• Exposure to powered industrial equipment
• Operates machinery and/or power tools
• Operates motor vehicles or heavy equipment
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to training plan

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Company Overview:

Founded in 1890, A. M. Castle & Co. is a global distributor of specialty metal and plastic products and supply chain services, principally serving the producer durable equipment, oil and gas, commercial aircraft, heavy equipment, industrial goods, construction equipment, retail, marine and automotive sectors of the global economy. Its customer base includes many Fortune 500 companies as well as thousands of medium and smaller-sized firms spread across a variety of industries. Within its metals business, it specializes in the distribution of alloy and stainless steels; nickel alloys; aluminum and carbon. Castle operates service centers located throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.