Material Prep Operator - 3rd Shift Opportunity 15% Premium

Joyce/Dayton Corp.; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks material prep operators for the 3rd shift. The role requires operating various machinery safely and handling components. Training is provided during the first shift, and candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, along with good communication and mechanical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual Bridgeport machines and grinders.
• Handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain workplace organization and hygiene.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Tools

Fork truck

Manual Bridgeport machines

Grinders

Sandblasting equipment

Parts washer

Job description

One position is available on the 3rd shift, from 10:48 PM to 7:18 AM. Training will occur during the 1st shift, from 6:48 AM to 3:18 PM.

Summary: A team of material prep operators will be using hand grinders, pedestal grinders and hand files to remove burrs and thread starts from various machined components in a safe manner. This is an hourly position reporting to the Manufacturing Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to operate manual Bridgeport machines, grinders and sandblasting equipment.
• Effectively handle physical requirements of the position - which include lifting, standing and generally handling product weights in the area of up to 40 - 50 lbs.
• Operate hoist system for moving and handling heavier materials.
• Ability to comprehend all routing and product documentation.
• Ability to operate the parts washer.
• Ability to maintain the work area including housekeeping and organization.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with other department employees and other personnel as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma or GED required.

• Requires strong written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and follow work directions in a safe and proficient manner.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be capable of obtaining a fork truck operators license and capable of operating a fork truck.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.