Production Associate - Industrial Distribution and Manufacturing

TCH Industries; Brooklyn Heights (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with retirement plan

Paid time off and paid holidays

Job summary

TCH Industries is looking for a Production Associate to join our team in Cleveland, OH. This full-time position involves assembling industrial, hydraulic, and metal hose assemblies to meet specifications while ensuring high-quality standards. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and at least a year of experience in a similar role.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, capable of operating production machinery, and committed to teamwork. Competitive hourly wages, medical benefits, and opportunities for advancement are included.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of hands-on experience working with hose assemblies or similar industrial products.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and assembly specifications.
• Reliable attendance and a team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assemble industrial hose assemblies according to specifications.
• Operate production equipment including crimping and cutting machines.
• Perform quality inspections on finished assemblies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Crimping machines

Cutting equipment

Job description

Production Associate

TCH Industries, Inc. & TCH Koehler LLC | Cleveland, OH | Full-Time

Does this sound like you?

• Do you have hands-on experience building or working with hose assemblies or industrial components - and take real pride in producing work that meets spec every time?
• Are you the type who reads a work order carefully, double-checks your fittings and dimensions, and catches issues before they become problems downstream?
• Do you work well within a team but can also stay focused and productive when you're heads-down on your own build?
• Are you looking to grow your skills in a production environment where your attention to detail and mechanical aptitude are genuinely valued?

If yes, we invite you to apply for the position of Production Associate at TCH Industries.

How to Apply

Step 1 - Complete our Culture Index work-trait survey (required before your application will be reviewed):

https://go.cultureindex.com/p/eU3nV8GD8ObJgLQs

Step 2 - Submit your resume outlining relevant experience and qualifications through the Culture Index link above.

About Us

TCH Industries has been a cornerstone in the industrial hose industry since 1983. We manufacture and distribute industrial, hydraulic, and metal hose assemblies and associated components serving customers across manufacturing, construction, automotive, aerospace, and beyond. We are a growing company - expanding through strategic acquisitions and adding capabilities at multiple locations in Northeast Ohio.

Koehler Rubber & Supply Co. (now operating as TCH Koehler LLC, dba Koehler Rubber) brings more than a century of expertise to our combined organization. Founded in 1917, Koehler Rubber has spent over 100 years supplying Ohio and the Midwest with specialty fluid application products. Their team includes certified specialists in hose and fitting assembly specification, lubrication system design, pumping and dispensing systems, spray finishing, and factory-authorized service and repair.

Together, TCH Industries and Koehler Rubber represent more than 140 combined years of industry expertise operating from a consolidated location in Cleveland. We are looking for dependable, hardworking people who want to be part of a team that takes pride in its work. If you show up, work hard, and want to grow, there is a place for you here.

The Role

The Production Associate role is a step up from general warehouse work. You will be performing more involved hose assembly tasks, reading and interpreting work orders, and ensuring assemblies meet our quality and specification standards. Some prior experience working with or building hose assemblies - or in a hands-on manufacturing environment - is expected.

You will work as part of a production team, contribute to daily build targets, and be expected to apply your experience to produce consistent, high-quality output with less direct supervision than entry-level roles.

What You'll Do

• Assemble industrial, hydraulic, and/or metal hose assemblies according to customer specifications and work orders
• Read and interpret work orders, assembly drawings, and specification sheets
• Operate production equipment including crimping machines, cutting equipment, and related tooling
• Perform quality inspections on finished assemblies to verify dimensions, fittings, and specifications
• Identify and communicate defects or out-of-spec materials to quality or supervisory staff
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production workspace
• Accurately complete production logs, traveler documents, and related records
• Support teammates and participate in cross-training across production areas

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of hands-on experience working with hose assemblies, fluid power components, or similar industrial products
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, assembly specs, and basic technical drawings
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort operating production machinery
• Strong attention to detail - quality matters in everything we build
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly
• Reliable attendance and a team-first attitude
• Experience with crimping machines, skiving equipment, or fitting installation is a plus

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time, Monday–Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) with retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Overtime opportunities
• Career advancement and growth opportunities across our expanding branch network

TCH Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace environment for all employees.