Production Operator - 1st Shift

Gtrjobs; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Low-cost insurance premiums

Overtime opportunities

Career growth

Job summary

GTRJOBS is staffing a Production Laborer for 1st shift at a long-established Akron, OH manufacturer. You will operate presses, load powdered metal, perform basic finishing tasks, and help keep a clean, safe work area.

Ideal candidates have machine-operating experience in manufacturing, strong attention to detail, good math skills, and reliable attendance. You’ll cross-train across several production areas and have opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Press operating experience preferred.
• Experience using handheld micrometers and/or calipers.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Reliable attendance and dependable work history.
• Must have your own vehicle and reliable transportation.
• Comfortable working in a loud and dirty industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and press machines
• Load powdered metal into press machines and operate presses
• Perform sanding, grinding, and deburring
• Use surface grinders and hand grinders
• Package finished products
• Work in the furnace room loading and stacking parts by hand
• Operate furnaces to complete the manufacturing process
• Inspect parts and maintain attention to detail throughout production
• Use handheld micrometers and/or calipers to check parts
• Perform basic math and measurements
• Follow written work instructions and production requirements
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Assist in other departments and production tasks as needed

Skills

Machine operating

Press operation

Reliability

Attention to detail

Written instructions

Math skills

Attendance

Work ethic

Transportation

Loud environment

Independent learning

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

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Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Loading... Machine Operator Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Starting Pay: $17.00/hour
Temp-to-Hire: Full-time opportunity after approximately 90 days Position Overview We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Production Laborer to join a well-established manufacturing company that has been in business for over 100 years. This position is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing and develop experience across multiple areas of production. The ideal candidate will have previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment , with press operating experience preferred. Reliability, attendance, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic are extremely important for this position. The company manufactures smaller powdered-metal components, including cylinder and ring-shaped parts . Employees will be cross-trained across several areas of the facility as they develop their skills. Responsibilities Employees may be trained and assigned to a variety of production areas, including:

• Operate production and press machines
• Load powdered metal into press machines and operate presses
• Perform sanding, grinding, and deburring
• Use surface grinders and hand grinders
• Package finished products
• Work in the furnace room loading and stacking parts by hand
• Operate furnaces to complete the manufacturing process
• Inspect parts and maintain attention to detail throughout production
• Use handheld micrometers and/or calipers to check parts
• Perform basic math and measurements
• Follow written work instructions and production requirements
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Assist in other departments and production tasks as needed

Training Day 1 will consist of training with managers and trainers who will explain the company's operations, job responsibilities, safety procedures, and company policies. You will then begin shadowing a lead employee and learning the production process. During your first week , the goal is to have you operating one of the machines and becoming comfortable working independently. You will likely begin in the pressroom , where you will load powdered metal into a press machine and operate the press. The work is repetitive . Success in this position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow written instructions, basic math skills, reliability, and a strong work ethic. As you gain experience, you will be cross-trained throughout the facility in:

• Pressroom: Machine and press operation
• Grinding: Surface grinders and hand grinders
• Furnace Room: Loading and stacking parts and operating furnaces

Qualifications

• Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Press operating experience preferred
• Experience using handheld micrometers and/or calipers
• Ability to perform basic math and measurements
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow written instructions
• Reliable attendance and dependable work history
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Must have your own vehicle and reliable transportation
• Must be comfortable working in a loud and dirty industrial environment
• Ability to learn multiple production processes and work independently

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $17.00/hour
• Pay increases every 90 days based on performance reviews after conversion to full-time employment
• 401(k) with company match
• Low-cost insurance premiums
• Overtime opportunities after conversion
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Long-term opportunity with a company that has been established for over 100 years

Why This Opportunity? This is more than just a production job. The company's goal is to cross-train employees across multiple departments , allowing you to develop valuable manufacturing skills and build a long-term career. Employees who demonstrate reliability, a strong work ethic, and the ability to learn have an opportunity to advance within the company. #INDLuke

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