Machine Operator / Assembler

Johnson Welded Products, Inc.; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision insurance

Company‑paid life insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation & holidays

On‑demand pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penz Products is hiring a dependable person to operate production equipment and assemble parts in our plastics plant. Manufacturing experience is helpful, but we will train someone who is willing to learn, works safely, and takes pride in doing a good job.

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am-2:30pm; hours could vary. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support health, finances, and work‑life balance including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation and holidays, on‑demand pay, and tuition

Qualifications

• Entry-level position; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate thermoforming machines that shape plastic into finished products.
• Trim, drill, and assemble parts using production equipment and hand tools.
• Check finished parts for quality and follow work instructions.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Cross-training opportunities may include operating presses and brake presses in our steel plant.

Skills

Hands-on

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Description Looking for hands‑on work where you can learn new skills? Penz Products is hiring a dependable person to operate production equipment and assemble parts in our plastics plant. Manufacturing experience is helpful, but we will train someone who is willing to learn, works safely, and takes pride in doing a good job.

Shift

Monday - Friday 6:00am-2:30pm but hours could vary

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Along with competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work‑life balance, including:

• Medical & prescription coverage, including a high‑cost specialty drug program (potential for $0 cost)
• Surgery & imaging program (potential for $0 cost)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• On‑demand pay (any day can be payday)
• $2000 Perfect Attendance bonus
• $500 employee referral bonus
• $500 wellness visit drawing
• Gym membership credit
• Short- and long‑term disability
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities

What You Will Do

• Learn to operate thermoforming machines that shape plastic into finished products.
• Trim, drill, and assemble parts using production equipment and hand tools.
• Check finished parts for quality and follow work instructions.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Build additional skills as you gain experience. Cross‑training opportunities may include operating presses and brake presses in our steel plant.

Requirements

• Dependable attendance and a willingness to learn.
• A hands‑on approach and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or machine operation experience is welcome but not required.

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.

At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position.

We appreciate your understanding. #ZR