Production Worker

DeKalb Health; Knox (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Job summary

JW Hicks, Inc. in Knox, Indiana is seeking Production Workers for all shifts. Base pay ranges from $17.00 to $21.00 per hour, with $1.25 per hour shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

The role offers steady, year-round work and growth opportunities in a manufacturing environment. You will operate mixers, ovens, kilns, and forklifts, maintain materials, and log data into the ERP system while following safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must pass post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• On-the-job training available.
• Competitive pay and merit-based increases.
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing company.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• Paid time off and retirement plan options.
• $1.25/hr shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixers and add minor ingredients to prepare mixes for casting/pressing.
• Cast, press or finish product.
• Operate ovens and kilns to dry and fire product.
• Maintain raw material and product identification and record data into ERP system.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and work in progress.

Skills

Hands-on skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Positive attitude

Willing to learn

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP system

Job description

JW Hicks, Inc. believes in "Doing it Right."

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• Location 1750 W,Pacific Avenue,Knox, IN, 46534,United States
• Base Pay $17.00 - $21.00 / Hour
• Job Category Production, General Labor
• Industry Manufacturing, Refractory, Factory Work
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

At JW Hicks, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our growing team in Knox, Indiana. Currently we are looking to add Production Workers to all shifts. We have a passion to produce the best refractory products on the market and are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit and heart for "Doing it Right."

Requirements

Production Worker (Laborer) Job Responsibilities

• Operate mixers and add minor ingredients to prepare mixes for casting/pressing
• Cast, press or finish product
• Operate ovens and kilns to dry and fire product
• Maintain raw material and product identification and record data into ERP system
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials and work in progress

Production Worker Qualifications

• Good "hands on" skills with reasonable mechanical aptitude
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently throughout shift
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug screen prior to employment
• On the job training
• Competitive pay and merit-based increases
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing company
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Paid time off and retirement plan options
• $1.25/hr shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd Shifts

Summary

As we continue to expand, we are in need of energetic, dedicated team members wanting to learn a trade and grow with us. This is steady, year around work with great benefits!