Utility Operator II – 1st Shift

The Gund Company; Cedar Lake (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

ESOP

Ongoing training

Job summary

The Gund Company is hiring for a full-time Utility Operator II on first shift in Cedar Lake, IN. This role involves setting up and operating production equipment, performing manual assembly, and ensuring products meet specifications for customers.

We offer a competitive hourly wage of $24+ based on experience plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus at 30 days. The plant environment is non-climate-controlled with PPE and overtime opportunities to support production needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Experience with saws, shears, or similar equipment.
• Strong basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools.
• Flexibility to work overtime and adapt to emergency production needs.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production equipment such as saws, shears, and other machinery.
• Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools as required.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet quality and customer standards.
• Assist with troubleshooting and routine maintenance on production equipment.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Saws/Shears

Calipers/Micrometers

Job description

Description: The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator II to join our team!

Shift: First (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F)

Hourly Wage: $24+ per hour based on experience

Bonus: $1,000 at 30 days of employment

Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Utility Operator II to join our team.

Utility Operator Job Summary

As a Utility Operator II , you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating and setting up various CNC and non-CNC production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities Utility Operator II

• Set up and operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery.
• Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
• Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
• Experience with saws, shears, or similar equipment.
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.

Preferred

• Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of GD&T.

Work Environment Utility Operator

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Utility Operator II position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.

Compensation details: 24-24 Hourly Wage