Operator I - CNC Operator

The Gund Company; Cedar Lake (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Training

Job summary

The Gund Company in Cedar Lake, IN is seeking an entry-level CNC Operator I for a full-time 1st shift (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F). You will operate vertical mills and CNC equipment, perform manual assembly with hand tools, and ensure parts meet work orders and customer specs.

Responsibilities include inspecting parts, maintaining safety and quality standards, assisting with routine maintenance, and collaborating with teammates to meet daily production goals in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent education.
• Experience with manual assembly and using hand tools.
• Ability to follow safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to work on a production line and lift moderate weights.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC production equipment such as vertical mills.
• Perform manual assembly tasks as required.
• Inspect products to ensure quality and conformance to specs.
• Assist with routine maintenance and troubleshoot as needed.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Manual assembly

Safety procedures

Quality standards

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machinery

Hand tools

Job description

Description

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time CNC Operator I to join our team!

Shift: 1st (7:00am - 3:30pm M-F)

Hourly Wage: $22+ based on experience

Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

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 CNC Operator I 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 CNC Operator I

As a CNC Operator I, you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating various CNC production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities CNC Operator I

• Operate production equipment such as vertical mills and other CNC equipment.
• Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following all safety protocols.
• Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals.

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.

Work Environment CNC Operator I

• 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 CNC Operator I position.

EEO Statement:

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