Duraplate Operator: Hands-On Manufacturing & Safety

Wabash; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k with match

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Wabash is seeking a Duraplate Operator to assist in sheet manufacture and ensure ISO-standard compliance. You will report defects, operate equipment after training, and wear full PPE in variable conditions to keep lines running safely.

Training will be provided; you’ll work with technicians, operators, maintenance, and engineers to meet production goals and quality standards on a dynamic shop floor.

Qualifications

• Duraplate experience is a plus but not required; training provided.
• Ability to read calipers and gauging equipment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to exercise independent judgment and work safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Duraplate sheet manufacture per Wabash and ISO standards.
• Report defects and repairs needed to production/maintenance leadership.
• Wear required PPE and work in variable conditions and heights.
• Operate tools and equipment after training; adhere to safety policies.
• Collaborate with techs, operators, maintenance, and engineers.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Independent work

Reading/writing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Walk Behind

SAP program

Push/Pull systems

Crane

Large and small hand tools

Job description

Wabash is seeking a Duraplate Operator to assist in sheet manufacture and ensure ISO-standard compliance. You will report defects, operate equipment after training, and wear full PPE in variable conditions to keep lines running safely.

Training will be provided; you’ll work with technicians, operators, maintenance, and engineers to meet production goals and quality standards on a dynamic shop floor.