PRODUCTION WORKER

Paul Mueller Company; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Remote work options

Job summary

Paul Mueller Company is seeking a Production Employee for our Springfield, MO facility. Entry-level knowledge of routine manufacturing operations is required as you assist craftsmen, fabricators and other production workers.

The role covers operating equipment, performing basic welding prep, painting, and packing/shipping duties, with opportunities to learn a wide range of fabrication tasks in a safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Entry level knowledge of ordinary manufacturing operations.
• Able to read and interpret basic blueprints and use measurement tools.
• HS diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Craftsmen, Fabricators and other Production Workers as required.
• Operates equipment (rolls, shears, brakes, forming equipment) as instructed.
• Perform routine painting where finish or specifications are not critical.
• Prepare parts and equipment for shipment by packing, boxing, crating and loading.
• Build, assemble, test and repair components and subassemblies.
• Tack and flat welds (non-ASME).
• Perform calibration of vessels.
• Grind, deburr, bevel and prepare edges or surfaces.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

We are currently searching for a Production Employee for our Springfield MO Facility. Co-workers in this classification are required to have an entry level knowledge of ordinary manufacturing operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist Craftsmen, Fabricators and other Production Workers as required
• Operates equipment (rolls, shears, brakes, forming equipment, etc.) that is repetitive in nature, requires minimal or routine set up, or set up is performed by someone else
• Perform routine painting where finish or compliance to specifications are not critical
• Prepare parts and equipment for shipment by packing, boxing, crating and loading
• Build, assemble, test and repair Components, Subassemblies and Assemblies, etc.
• Cuts up scrap using equipment such as shears, manual Plasma cutters, ironworkers, etc.
• Tack and flat welds (non-ASME)
• Perform calibration of vessels
• Grind, deburr, bevel and otherwise prepare edges or surfaces of material
• Quarter heads and shell
• Perform all shipping, receiving and warehouse functions
• Operate trucks under three tons, tractors and fork-trucks
• Basic computer use limited to locating and issuing parts
• Proficient in performing various jobs within the scope of standard products, such as, but not limited to, piping, electrical, repair work, fabricating, performing general welding and finishing operations, minor maintenance, painting, and sand blast
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies)

• Ability to read a tape measure
• Basic blueprint reading knowledge
• Basic math skills

Education And Experience

• HS diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Base Compensation Range: $17.24 - $19.02 per hour

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour

Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024).

Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums
• Free off-site medical clinic
• Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more
• Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades
• Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position
• Career progression program for advancement
• Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school
• In-house training program

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment.

Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran