Production Operator

Hörmann North America; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Hörmann North America in Sparta, TN is seeking a Machine Operator I to operate production equipment and build garage door components. The role offers a Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule, overtime potential, and a comprehensive benefits package.

This is a stable, full-time position with growth opportunities within an international manufacturing company. The successful candidate will be reliable, self-motivated and capable of teamwork, with strong organizational and mechanical skills to

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and at least one year of progressive manufacturing or sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Flexibility to work on different shifts to meet production goals.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.

Responsibilities

• Operate relevant production equipment or tools following established procedures.
• Fulfill production orders and maintain inventory requirements at target production rates.
• Read part order sheets and select correct parts per print instructions.
• Learn and operate Paint system and track assembly line as needed.
• Contribute to 6S standards and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Collaborate with team members, lead when required, and support overtime as needed.

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Flexibility to work on different shifts

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

• Competitive starting pay of $16 per hour
• Opportunity for overtime
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, full-time employment with a respected international manufacturer
• Opportunities to develop new skills and grow within the company
• Team-oriented work environment that prioritizes safety, reliability, and professional development

Why Join Hörmann?

• Competitive starting pay of $16 per hour
• Monday-Thursday schedule, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM
• Opportunity for overtime
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, full-time employment with a respected international manufacturer
• Opportunities to develop new skills and grow within the company
• Team-oriented work environment that prioritizes safety, reliability, and professional development

Job Summary

The Machine Operator I position operates equipment within a production line in order to produce, assemble or finish various designs and sizes of garage door components. The successful candidate will be a reliable, self-motivated, results-oriented individual who possesses and utilizes their strong organizational, technical and mechanical skills to motivate those around him/her through exemplary leadership.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Conduct activities by adhering to established procedures and approved processes.
• Operate relevant production equipment or tools.
• Fulfill production orders, meet inventory requirements, and produce at the prescribed production rate(s).
• Capacity to develop knowledge of manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment and be able to apply this knowledge to the completion of work as assigned.
• Must be able to measure products per work instructions.
• Must become familiar with the product’s construction and application.
• Must have the ability to obtain production parts from stock locations and fill out necessary paperwork the transfer stock.
• Must have the ability to learn computer systems to be able to adjust machinery settings and clear faults on machinery and systems.
• Understand how to read part order sheets, pick correct parts and install correctly per print instructions.
• Must be able to learn how to operate all machinery and make minor adjustments as needed.
• Must be flexible in learning various production line processes.
• Make and produce hand samples, label and package correctly.
• Learn and operate Paint system and fill in for painters as needed.
• Learn and assemble custom doors and aluminum doors.
• Learn, operate and make minor adjustments on track assembly line.
• Learn inventory procedures and execute them as needed.
• Learn and unload steel trucks, place steel safely in storage locations.
• Willing to learn Machine Operator II position, and fill in as needed.
• Must promote and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Must have an understanding of 6S and maintain 6S standards at all time.
• Assist in quality training of fellow employees.
• Work overtime as needed, even on a short notice to meet customer demands.
• Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Have a High School diploma, GED or equivalent with at least one year of progressive manufacturing or sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Have the flexibility to work on different shifts, when required, to meet production or project goals.

Essential Mental Functions

• Must be able to maintain focus of tasks at hand with attention to detail.
• Must be able to follow an established routine and be predisposed to high level of interaction in a team environment.
• Successful candidates must be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently without continuous supervision.
• Work with an understanding that they are a member of a team where success for one is measured by success for all.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and easily adapt to changing situations.
• Must be able to step in and lead team members in all aspects, as needed.

Essential Physical Functions

• Be able to safely lift or move at least 50 lbs.
• Be able to safely climb stairs or ladder.
• Be able to work in cold or hot working conditions.

Equipment Used

Tools and equipment along with specialized training if needed will be provided as required.

Who We Are

Hörmann is a premier manufacturer of garage doors. We provide the building industry with high quality, innovative garage doors at competitive prices while maintaining a reputation of quality, reliability, and integrity. We offer a team-centered environment, where each member's unique knowledge, skills, abilities, and efforts define our success as a company. As an international corporation Hörmann LLC prizes diversity in all positions; therefore, candidates with second language ability especially in Spanish or German will be given additional consideration; however, fluency in English is required. Hörmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a diverse employment environment. Hormann is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.