Entry Level Production

Gusmer Enterprises; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with Employer Matching

Paid Training

Vacation Time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking entry-level production workers for exciting roles in manufacturing. With paid training and competitive pay, this opportunity allows you to grow in a dynamic environment. You will be responsible for operating machinery, ensuring quality, and maintaining safety standards. The company values teamwork and offers various benefits, including health insurance and a 401K plan. If you are self-motivated and eager to learn, this is the perfect chance to kickstart your career in production and make a meaningful impact in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform job duties according to ISO procedures and maintain cleanliness.
• Die cut, inspect, package, and label finished goods.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivation

Teamwork

Safety Procedures Adherence

Basic Math Skills

Use of Measuring Instruments

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Aurora

Mattec

Paycom

Job description

Gusmer Enterprises, a family-owned manufacturer of filtration products, is hiring for entry level production roles with paid training at a rate of $21.09 per hour! Once fully trained the pay ranges from $22.72 to $25.85 per hour with shift differential. These are Union positions with overtime available. We offer low deductible health insurance plans, 401 K with employer matching, upfront vacation, and many more benefits! Depending on manufacturing needs successful candidates will be assigned by management to work as a Material Convertor or Molder Operator.

Material Converters and Molder Operators

1. Perform job duties in accordance with all International Organization for Standardization (ISO) procedures.
2. Accurately complete all paperwork to meet ISO requirements along with additional documentation and computer data entry.
3. Maintain a clean organized workstation to meet ISO and customer audit requirements while keeping surroundings clear of contaminants.
4. Responsible for the die cutting, inspection, packaging, labeling, and palletizing of finished filtration products, along with clean-up of production equipment.
5. Die cut, inspect, package, palletize, and label finished goods while ensuring work area is clean, safe, and free of mechanical problems.
6. Communicate with co-workers, crew leaders, and lab personnel.

Molder Operators:

1. Responsible for making components and assembling filter cells into manufactured products called Devices.
2. Minimize down time by proactively completing set up duties in preparation for grade changes. Adjust injection molders, vibration welders, test equipment, and label printers within set parameters.
3. Conduct basic quality checks on products before they are moved to packing.

Other Duties

1. Notify Maintenance Department of equipment malfunctions as required.
2. Participate in continuous improvement activities as needed.
3. Perform other Material Convertor/Molder Operator duties as assigned.

This is not meant to be a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities. For complete Material Convertor and Molder Operator job descriptions please contact us for a full job description. Placement in these roles is dependent on manufacturing needs, candidates must be willing to work in either role.

Experience and Education Requirements

1. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's) Required

1. Knowledge of general production processes.
2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
3. Ability to self-motivate and work without direct supervision.
4. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
5. Ability to work as part of a team.
6. Ability to adhere to safety procedures.
7. Ability to understand the operation of production and testing equipment.
8. Ability to perform basic math.
9. Ability to use basic measuring instruments.
10. Ability to use Aurora, Mattec, Paycom, other computer programs, and technology.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Modified “light duty” restrictions may be arranged as needed and when available for job-related injuries or illnesses.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk on normal surfaces and stand. The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry, and/or push up to 90 lbs., stoop, bend, walk on uneven surfaces, reach/stretch, and climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this job include visual acuity sufficient to read a computer screen and paper documents. Acute hearing is necessary for in-person communication with fellow employees and other contacts.

Working Conditions

This position typically functions in a production environment. There will be exposure to moderate noise levels, fumes, dust, chemicals, heat/cold, and allergens especially in the production environment.

EEO Policy Statement:

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Gusmer will also consider requests for reasonable accommodations made by applicants and employees on an individualized basis, including those based on disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, where such accommodations do not impose an undue burden on the business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.