Utility- General Production/Press Operator assistant

Pridgeon & Clay; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Team-oriented work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Pridgeon & Clay in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring for a utility position supporting production operations. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, material handling, and quality checks.

Compensation ranges between $18.00 and $19.00 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates should have manufacturing experience and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Join a team-oriented environment that values safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to visually inspect parts and complete paperwork.
• Experience using measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, fixtures, gages).
• Excellent work record, including attendance.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Understanding of presses.

Responsibilities

• Sort, stack, and inspect parts as needed.
• Assist with set-up of presses and machinery.
• Follow set-up instructions and support change-over activities.
• Conduct quality checks per control plan.
• Use the work-scheduling system effectively.
• Dispose of scrap in the correct container.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Visual inspection

Using measuring instruments

Excellent attendance

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Understanding of presses

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Gages

Job description

Position Summary

Utility position supporting production with routine loading, unloading, material handling, set‑up and janitorial duties. Work hours: 1st shift 6:30 am‑4:30 pm (Mon‑Thurs) and 3rd shift 8:30 pm‑6:30 am (Mon night‑Fri morning). 4 or 10‑hour shifts with overtime available.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation and comprehensive benefit plan including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage (starting $5.00 per week for employee coverage), 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement.
• Safe, team‑oriented work environment that values employee input.
• Opportunity to shape success through continuous improvement and problem‑solving events.
• Positive work/life balance.
• Career growth – over 70% of leaders promoted from within.

Essential Functions

• Sort, stack, and inspect parts as needed for the department according to internal and external customer specifications.
• Assist press operators, machine operators, or technicians with set‑up of presses and machinery.
• Follow set‑up instructions when operating machines and support activities in the change‑over process.
• Read, follow, and complete tags; assist in verification of routers and ensure containers of product are properly tagged and labeled with the correct count.
• Use the work‑scheduling system to start jobs, print labels, load components and raw materials, and close out jobs.
• Follow pack instructions according to customer specifications and prepare for shipping.
• Dispose scrap in the correct container.
• Conduct quality checks per control plan, inspection check sheet and quality alerts, including visual inspections and review part quality using appropriate boundary sample or inspection procedure.
• Use calipers, micrometers, thread gages, height gages, rind gages, and other quality items.

Safety & 5S

• Consistently adhere to and support company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Mop, sweep, change oil and coolant, and clean around press areas and machines to remove spilled oil, coolant, debris, chips and trash.

Teamwork & Dependability

• Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits and work the hours necessary to perform the job.
• Effectively communicate with co‑workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives.
• Accept instructions and duties positively, treating all co‑workers with dignity and respect.
• Assist in maintaining company values (Integrity, People, Customers, Ownership, We can if…Safety) daily through thoughts and actions.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to visually inspect parts and complete paperwork.
• Experience using measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, fixtures, gages).
• Excellent work record, including attendance.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Understanding of presses.

Additional Information

Salary: $18.00–$19.00 per hour.
Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to any protected class.