2nd Shift Production Technician

Polo Custom Products; Monticello (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Shift premium 2nd

Shift premium 3rd

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Paid time off

Eight paid holidays

Overtime pay

Healthcare

Vision program

WellBeing program

Tuition reimbursement

New associate training

Air conditioned workplace

Job summary

Polo Custom Products is hiring a 2nd Shift Production Technician in Monticello, IA. The role focuses on operating production machinery, inspecting parts, and maintaining quality within tight timelines. A strong team mindset and adherence to safety and process standards are essential.

The position offers competitive pay with shift premiums, a 401(k) match, health benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for training and career growth in a collaborative, community-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery to produce high quality products within required timeframes.
• Inspect visually for defects and notify production support if problems occur.
• Serve as a positive role model consistent with Polo Custom Products’ culture.
• Collaborate with team members and Supervisor to help team achieve goals.
• Prepare and tag production parts in process.
• Use shop aids for random inspection.
• Record accurate counts and rejects of daily production onto forms or ShopTrak system.
• Rotate throughout the department to meet objectives.
• Install raw materials manually during the production process.
• Monitor daily shipments to meet production requirements.
• Provide cost saving suggestions to reduce waste.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Dependable and punctual

Teamwork

Machinery operation

Manual dexterity

Measuring tools knowledge

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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2nd Shift Production Technician

Full Time Monticello, IA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1070

Description

Here is what you will do…

• Operate production machinery, such as a Sewing Machine, Cutter, Press, Screen Printer, etc. to produce high quality products in the required timeframe.
• Inspect visually for defects according to Quality Systems Manual and floor inspection procedure and notifies production support if problems occur.
• Serve as a positive role model consistent with Polo Custom Product’s corporate culture.
• Collaborate with team members and Supervisor to help team achieve goals.
• Prepare and tag production parts in process.
• Use shop aids (e.g., templates, micrometers, etc.) for random inspection.
• Record accurate counts and rejects of daily production onto paper forms or the ShopTrak system.
• Rotate throughout the department/team as necessary to achieve the objective.
• Install raw materials (e.g., zippers, solvents, buckles, etc.) manually during the production process.
• Monitor daily shipments to meet established production requirements.
• Provide cost saving suggestions and ideas to improve production and eliminate waste.

We offer many competitive benefits...

$450.00 SIGN ON BOUUS AFTER 90 DAYS!

$1500.00 REFERRAL BONUS

$4.00 - 2ND SHIFT PREMIUM

$3.00 - 3RD SHIFT PREMIUM

• Competitive pay - Up to $17.00/hour depending prior manufacturing experience, Forklift use, longevity in prior jobs, etc.
• Retire Well - 401-k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Work 4, 10 hour weekdays and have most weekends off except when overtime is required
• Enjoy Your Holidays - Eight paid holidays
• Get More Money - Overtime pay
• Take Care of Yourself and Family - Healthcare (medical, dental, Flex spending)
• See Well – Vision program, including Safety Glasses
• Be Well – “WellBeing” program provides free annual Biometric Screening, Flu shots, prizes, and awards
• Money While Learning - Paid new associate training
• Improve Yourself - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000/year
• Be safe in a clean, air conditioned work environment
• Have Fun! Our great culture is friendly and community oriented!

Position Requirements

Here is what you will need to qualify…

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing environment helpful but not required.

Here are the skills we are looking for…

• Ability to recognize error patterns and problems
• Ability to stay focused and diligent
• Being dependable and punctual
• Ability to read and understand job instructions
• Ability to accurately use measuring devicesClear speaking and oral skills
• Effective Teamwork
• Physical dexterity to operate machinery
• Flexible and adaptable to help team meet needs
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to occasionally lift and transport up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to frequently stand, sit, perform reaching pinching, gripping, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending

2nd Shift- Monday-Thursday 4:00pm to 2:00am
40 hours per week. May be some overtime on Fridays.