Panel Saw Operator (Utility Operator)

Gund Co.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

The Gund Company is hiring a Panel Saw Operator for the second shift (2:30pm–11:00pm) in Wisconsin. You will operate fabrication equipment, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet customer requirements while maintaining safety and quality standards.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $23–$25 plus a 15% shift premium, with benefits and opportunities for growth in a fast-growing company that values teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Perform work independently with minimal defects.
• Communicate with supervisor on work order priority.
• Open to change due to emergency orders or fabrication of parts.
• Very good math skills.
• Ability to understand drawing and blueprints.
• Ability to use basic measuring instruments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate multiple types of fabrication equipment.
• Operates tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
• Places and secures work pieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other surface.
• Load, operate and manufacture parts using various manufacturing equipment per Work Orders and blueprints.
• Complete project work involving assembly with hand tools and mechanical devices.
• Complete work order paperwork.
• Perform in-process inspection per standard procedures.
• Maintain count and perform packaging duties as required.
• Participate in cross training to learn equipment/process within department.
• Perform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning and lubrication.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Provide guidance and training to teammates.
• Follow safety rules and quality standards.

Skills

Math skills

Drawings/blueprints

Measuring instruments

Problem solving

Instructions following

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Panel Saw Operator

Second Shift 2:30pm-11:00pm Monday thru Friday

$23 - $25 per hour plus 15% Shift Premium

Do you want to work for a progressive, fast-growing company that pays well and has great benefits? Are you looking for a great opportunity to use your math skills?

Overview

Join The Gund Company, where you will find friends who will support and challenge you to crush goals that provide amazing growth opportunities. We are in the business of electrical insulation manufacturing, but we really pride ourselves in just being a group of fun, driven, problem solvers who LOVE what we do!

The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business

• Implement the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the fabrication of parts according to work order and customer requirements. Ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate multiple types of fabrication equipment:
• Operates tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
• Places and secures work pieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
• Load, operate and manufacture a variety of parts using various manufacturing equipment to make custom parts according to customer orders and instructions written on Work Orders and blueprints
• Complete project work as needed involving the assembly of parts that require the use of hand tools, paint accessories and mechanical devices
• Complete work order paperwork
• Perform in-process inspection according to standard procedures
• Maintain count and perform packaging duties as required
• Participate in cross training activities to become knowledgeable of equipment/process within the department
• Perform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubrication
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Provide guidance, feedback and positive behavior modeling The Gund Company culture of care:
• Determine if tools are undamaged and in safe condition for use
• Make suggestions to improve production and order processing efficiency
• Assist with training other team members
• Follow safety rules and quality standards
• Model ethical and moral behavior consistent with the values and ideals supported by The Gund Company

Requirements

• Perform work independently with minimal defects
• Communicate with supervisor on work order priority
• Open to change due to emergency orders or fabrication of parts
• Very good math skills
• Ability to understand drawing and blueprints
• Ability to use basic measuring instruments
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work overtime as needed

Education and Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience is required. Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferred.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is may be required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment is typical of most shop environments; not climate controlled and subject to outdoor weather conditions. Team members are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.

• Frequent exposure to fumes/dust particles; may require use of respirators or other types of PPE.
• May come in contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Us?

Our employees have a vested interest in our Company’s success. The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Shares are awarded each year based on a calculation that takes into consideration our Company’s financial profitability, employee tenure, and earnings. There is no out-of-pocket investment required!

In addition, our employees enjoy:

• A safe and healthy work environment
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributions
• Regular employee feedback through our IDP (Individual Development Plan)

According to the Gallup Q12 employee survey method, The Gund Company is ranked “world‑class” regarding employee engagement. Please review our current career opportunities and consider applying today! We are always accepting applications for new talent to join our organization.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.