Production Associate

Stucki Co.; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Work-Life Balance

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the rail industry based in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is seeking a Production Associate. The candidate will be responsible for reconditioning railcar-related components, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining a clean work environment. Preferred qualifications include manufacturing experience and the ability to work at a fast pace. This position offers competitive benefits including health coverage, retirement savings, and a supportive work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work at a fast pace.
• Experience using tools and operating machinery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Breakdown and inspect rail car bearings.
• Repair or replace faulty components of the bearings.
• Reassemble and prepare rail car bearings for shipment.
• Demonstrate compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean workstation and production floor.
• Be an active team member focused on quality.
• Report any safety concerns to management.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to work at fast pace

Using tools and operating machinery

Job description

At A. Stucki Company, we’re all about innovation, engineering excellence, and keeping the rail industry on track—literally! Founded in 1911, we’ve evolved into a powerhouse of businesses delivering cutting‑edge parts and services for rail systems worldwide. From dynamic control products and brake system components to springs, bearings, and track infrastructure, we’ve got rail covered. But we don’t stop there—our services include remanufacturing, repair, and more. Over a century strong, we’re redefining what it means to move the world forward, one railcar at a time.

What sets us apart?

Global Impact: Be part of a team that’s making waves on a global scale. Your work at A. Stucki Company will contribute to solutions that transcend boundaries and impact lives.

Collaborative Culture: We value teamwork and collaboration. Our open‑door policy ensures that your ideas are not only heard but valued. Together, we build the future.

Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of continuous improvement. At A. Stucki Company, we invest in your professional development, providing resources and opportunities to help you reach new heights.

Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate differences and believe in the strength of diversity. Join a workplace that encourages individuality and values the unique perspectives each team member brings.

The Production Associate will be responsible for a variety of different duties in a manufacturing environment, primarily reconditioning of railcar‑related components. In this role you will interact with multiple levels of professionals and spend most of your day in an industrial setting performing general labor on a production line. This position calls for a highly motivated self‑starter who can wear many hats, work at a fast pace, and wants to work hard every day. We are ideally looking for someone who has a background in industrial labor, but it is not required for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Breakdown and inspect rail car bearings.
• Repair or replace faulty components of the bearings.
• Reassemble and prepare rail car bearings for shipment.
• Always demonstrate compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean workstation and production floor.
• Be an active team member who is focused on quality and production goals.
• Work well with others and immediately report any safety concerns or personnel issues to management.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 1+ years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work at a fast pace.
• Experience using tools and operating machinery is preferred.

Schedule:

Dayshift: 6am – 6pm. Will work a 36/48 hour weekly rotating schedule. That is 3 12 hour shifts one week, and 4 12 hour shifts the next.

Benefits:

• Health Coverage: The company covers 80% of medical, dental, and vision premiums, ensuring comprehensive healthcare for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: Enjoy immediate full vesting in our 401(k) plan, with a generous company match to support your financial future.
• Life Insurance: Receive company‑paid life insurance for peace of mind and security.
• Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays, plus paid vacation, and sick time available in your first year.
• Work‑Life Balance: Supportive benefits designed to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.