Production Worker

Metalworks Inc.; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting Pay: General Labor starts $16.00

4-Day Work Week

Profit Sharing

Incentive Plans

401k Match

Health and Wellness Programs

Job summary

A family-owned manufacturing company in Ludington, MI is looking for a Production Team Member to join their team. In this entry-level position, candidates will be trained in various manufacturing processes like operating equipment and quality checks. The role offers a competitive starting pay, a 4-day workweek, and opportunities for growth and insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• Can pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Can complete a background check with satisfactory results.
• Can perform the physical requirements, including prolonged standing/walking and lifting 30-50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate various press brakes and equipment to fabricate materials.
• Apply powered paint to finished metal goods.
• Coordinate hanging and takeoff of painted parts.

Skills

Ability to operate equipment

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Job description

Production Team Member role at Metalworks Inc.

Overview

Metalworks is a family-owned company celebrating over 50 years of manufacturing excellence and recognized throughout the office furniture industry as a leader in lean manufacturing.

What we’re looking for

We are looking to add some new Team Members to fill manufacturing positions at Metalworks in Ludington. Whether you are a seasoned manufacturing professional or a newcomer to the industry looking to make an impact, you can find the right job for you.

Responsibilities

• Operate various press brakes and equipment to fabricate materials
• Apply powered paint to finished metal goods
• Coordinate hanging and takeoff of painted parts
• Welding and grinding of subcomponents
• Basic assembly of cabinets and adherence to quality requirements

Why you should apply

• Starting Pay: General Labor starts $16.00
• Shift premiums: $1.00/hour for 2nd shift; $2.00/hour for 3rd shift
• 4-Day Work Week: 4-10 hour schedules with 3-day weekends
• Profit Sharing: Pay-out twice yearly after qualification
• Incentive Plans: Monthly incentives based on company metrics
• Hourly Master Employee Program: Additional $2.50/hour for Mentor level Master Employee
• Leadership Progression: Potential ~15% wage increase as a Coordinator
• Pay for Performance: Annual review beginning in the 3rd year
• Insurance Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance when eligible
• Time Off: Ten paid holidays, personal and vacation time after probation
• 40 Hours Vacation after 60 Days; prorated, resets yearly
• Vacation BUY Plan: Extra vacation hours available starting next year
• 401k Match
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Scholarship and Education Assistance Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs

Successful candidates

• Can pass pre-employment drug screen
• Can complete a background check with satisfactory results
• Can perform the physical requirements, including prolonged standing/walking and lifting 30-50 pounds
• Can operate equipment and follow procedures
• Can understand and demonstrate Metalworks Core Values

Metalworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law in relation to hiring, wages, benefits, promotions or other job actions.

Metalworks participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

What your general duties will be

Our Production Team Members learn a lot of different skills. An example of one of the roles involves receiving painted products from the paint line and matching them with purchased components from our warehouse. The 4 main steps of the assembly process are:

1. Sub-Assembly: Begin the process with assembly and label placement on the cabinet, then send to the builder by conveyor system.
2. Drawer Person: Combine the front and drawer bin for the cabinet and send to the builder.
3. Builder: Finish the assembly process and install the drawers.
4. Packaging: Box the product using a vacuum hoist and skidded then send to Shipping.

What you’ll learn as part of your job

• read, understand and follow Standard Work Chart and any job instructions
• highlight sub items on travelers with guidance provided
• use safe and correct techniques for installing components and tools
• operate air-activated tools and equipment to assemble products
• read, inspect, and monitor production quality to approved standards
• read Bills of Material and identify correct components
• verify cabinet and painted part colors against travelers
• demonstrate knowledge of component storage locations and installation techniques
• perform quality checks on different work surfaces
• maintain standard levels of performance to meet production rates
• perform routine cleaning to maintain workstation cleanliness per 5S
• package products prior to shipment
• Learn any other additional duties as assigned

We can’t wait to add you to our team!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing

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