Manufacturing Production Operator

CTech Manufacturing; Schofield (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

CTech Manufacturing in Wisconsin is seeking a Manufacturing Production Operator to operate fabrication equipment, organize materials, and produce high-quality parts in a safe, efficient manner. The role supports production by ensuring components meet standards before moving to the next stage.

Ideal candidates have prior manufacturing experience or a strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production preferred.
• Able to read a ruler.
• Able to read calipers and interpret CAD drawings preferred.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Operate fabrication machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read work orders and job specifications to determine machine setup, adjustments, and material requirements.
• Load and unload materials using a forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic machine inspections.
• Monitor machine operation to identify product defects or equipment malfunctions.
• Operate equipment including turret presses, press brakes, benders, punches, and other fabrication machinery.
• Verify completed parts meet quality standards and specifications before forwarding to the next production department.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading ruler

Reading calipers

Interpreting CAD drawings

Basic math

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to work overtime

Dependable with excellent attendance

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

The Manufacturing Production Operator is responsible for operating fabrication equipment, organizing materials, and producing high-quality components in a safe and efficient manner. This position plays a key role in supporting production by ensuring products meet quality standards before moving to the next stage of manufacturing.

The Manufacturing Production Operator is responsible for operating fabrication equipment, organizing materials, and producing high-quality components in a safe and efficient manner. This position plays a key role in supporting production by ensuring products meet quality standards before moving to the next stage of manufacturing.

CTech is willing to train motivated individuals with prior manufacturing experience who have a strong work ethic, mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn fabrication equipment and processes.

Essential Functions

• Operate fabrication machinery and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read work orders and job specifications to determine machine setup, adjustments, and material requirements.
• Load and unload materials using a forklift or other material handling equipment.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic machine inspections.
• Monitor machine operation to identify product defects or equipment malfunctions.
• Operate equipment including turret presses, press brakes, benders, punches, and other fabrication machinery.
• Verify completed parts meet quality standards and specifications before forwarding to the next production department.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety policies and manufacturing procedures.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Willing to train candidates with manufacturing experience who are eager to learn fabrication equipment and processes.
• Ability to read a ruler is required.
• Ability to read calipers and interpret CAD drawings is preferred.
• Knowledge of decimal and fraction conversions preferred.
• Basic math skills required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
• Frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb.
• Good vision, including close vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why Join CTech?

• Hands-on training and career advancement opportunities.
• State-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
• Collaborative team environment with small-town values.
• Competitive pay and excellent benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), PTO, employee discounts, and more.