Machine Operator – 3rd Shift

The Gund Company; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays

Comprehensive benefits (Health, Dental

401(k) employer match

Profit Sharing

Ongoing training

Job summary

The Gund Company in Waukesha, WI is seeking a full-time Machine Operator for the 3rd shift, 10:00pm–7:00am. The role involves operating machines and performing setups for thermoset composite materials, with duties including tooling changes, measurements, and quality checks.

Benefits include PTO, comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, profit sharing, and ongoing training. The position is based at 809 Philip Drive, in the Composites department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Experience with hand tools and basic machining practices preferred
• Ability to set up tooling and load programs, perform measurements and inspections

Responsibilities

• Operate presses, forming, extrusion, pultrusion or shape machines.
• Select and install dies, spacers, shims and stops per specifications.
• Measure in-process parts and inspect material quality.
• Set up tooling, load programs and adjust machine parameters for optimal performance.
• Clean dies and molds and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Machine operation

Hand tools

Quality inspections

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dies

Molds

Tooling

Job description

Description: The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-timeMachine Operator to join our team!

Shift: 3rd (10:00pm – 7:00am; Sunday Night – Friday Morning)

Wage: $25-$28.80 (includes 20% shift Premium)

Plant/Work Location : 809 Philip Drive Waukesha, WI 53186

Department: Composites

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Machine Operator to join our team.

The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business

Job Summary Machine Operator

As a Machine Operator , you will play a key role in the steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment that includes presses, forming, extrusion, pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment.

Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

• Manufacture molded glass polyester sheets.
• Select and install machine components, such as dies, spacers, shims and/or stops according to specifications.
• Trim/file and de-flash molded sheet edges and perform in process measuring and material inspections.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Clean dies and molds, using scrapers, brushes, scotch pads or air hoses.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment is preferred.

Work Environment Machine Operator

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
• Profit Sharing
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Machine Operator position.

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.

Compensation details:

21-24 Hourly Wage