Production Operator 1

JET Tools; Two Rivers (WI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

JPW Industries in Two Rivers, WI is seeking a Production Operator 1 to join our manufacturing team. You will participate in assembling machine units and sub-assemblies, following work orders, and ensuring quality standards are met.

You will handle moving parts, operate forklifts, and perform basic measurements to verify tolerances. The role emphasizes safety and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–2 years in manufacturing or mechanical assembly preferred.
• Ability to use basic hand, power and measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Assemble machine units and sub-assemblies to spec using hand, power and measuring tools.
• Install moving parts such as shafts, levers or bearings.
• Verify alignments and tolerances with measuring instruments.
• Read work orders and process documents to produce parts to specifications.
• Operate forklift to move materials and products.
• Follow procedures to apply coatings and perform quality checks.

Skills

Following work instructions

Record production data

Basic hand and power tool use

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Production Operator 1

Full Time Manual Labor Two Rivers, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1350

The Production Operator role encompasses a progressive hands-on career path within the JPW Industries manufacturing environment, supporting the assembly, fabrication, and quality assurance of machinery, components, and sub-systems. Operators at all levels play a vital role in meeting production targets, ensuring product quality and upholding workplace safety.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use hand, power and production tools to assemble machine units, sub-assemblies, and parts to meet product tolerances and specifications.
• Install moving parts, such as shafts, levers, or bearings.
• Use measuring instruments to verify alignments and tolerances of moving parts.
• Install wiring and electrical components to specifications.
• Remove small quantities of metal using hand files or portable grinders.
• Pain and install pre-manufactured parts into sub- or final machine assemblies as required.
• Bend and install pipe for hydraulic systems.
• Operate forklift to transport raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the production facility.
• Read and understand work orders, work instructions, or process documents to accurately and efficiently produce products to specifications.
• Operate equipment and follow chemical treatment procedures to apply black oxide coating to metal parts, adhering to standard operating procedures and quality control standards.
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet specifications.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

• 0–2 years in manufacturing or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to use basic hand, power and measuring tools.
• Ability to follow work instructions and record basic production data.
• Ability to operate a forklift and basic shop equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to stand for long periods; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The team member is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The team member is frequently required to walk and stoop, kneel or crouch. The team member may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Occasional time is spent working on a computer. Working extended and flexible hours may be requested.