Machine Operator & Shipping Associate — Training + Benefits

Great Lakes Fastening LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement with Employer Contri

Vacation & Holiday Pay

Team Bonding Events

On-the-job training

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Great Lakes Fastening is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Shipping Team Member in Knoxville, TN. We’ll train you on our equipment and processes, with a starting pay of $50,000 per year and potential bonus opportunities.

You’ll join a family-owned manufacturer of specialty fasteners, staples, and tools. Responsibilities include operating machines, loading materials, packing orders, forklift operation, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse while supporting the quality and shipping teams.

Qualifications

• Machine Operator experience preferred, 5 years ideal.
• Warehouse and shipping experience a plus.
• Must be reliable with attendance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and monitor production machines for fasteners.
• Load raw materials and change over machines between products.
• Check finished parts for quality and discard nonconforming items.
• Count, box, and label finished product for inventory or shipment.
• Keep work area safe, clean, and organized.
• Operate a forklift as needed.
• Pick and pack daily orders including small packages and LTL.
• Load and unload trucks; receive inventory the same day.
• Follow FIFO when storing and shipping inventory.
• Assist with cycle counts and annual inventory.

Skills

Forklift experience

Valid driver's license

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Great Lakes Fastening is seeking a hands-on Machine Operator / Shipping Team Member in Knoxville, TN. We’ll train you on our equipment and processes, with a starting pay of $50,000 per year and potential bonus opportunities.

You’ll join a family-owned manufacturer of specialty fasteners, staples, and tools. Responsibilities include operating machines, loading materials, packing orders, forklift operation, and maintaining a clean, safe warehouse while supporting the quality and shipping teams.