Vault Assembly Operator

Matthews International; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 59,512,000; Full time

Job summary

Matthews Memorialization, a Matthews International company, is seeking a Vault Assembly Operator in California. The role involves operating forklift, cement mixer and related equipment to assemble cement burial vaults and cremation vaults.

You will maintain vault forms, perform form breakdowns, and ensure a safe, clean workspace in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 6+ months of machine operation experience, basic MS Office proficiency, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 6+ months of machine operation experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Outlook, & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, budgeting, project management, & planning skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools, power tools, forklifts, welding equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift, cement mixer and rebar cutter.
• Use the spray machine.
• Assemble vault forms and stainless steel/copper vaults; make cremation vaults.
• Break down and reassemble vault forms.
• Clean forms and remove concrete from floors.
• Maintain knowledge of vault forms and duties.
• Repair cement mixer belt and other machines as needed.
• Washes and sweeps vault making area and equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Ability to learn quickly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Internet applications

Job description

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The Vault Assembly Operator produces quality cement burial vaults.

Pay - $19 per hour

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates forklift, cement mixer and rebar cutter.
• Uses spray machine.
• Assembles special vault forms, nobles and all stainless steel and copper vaults; makes cremation vaults.
• Breaks down and reassembles vault forms.
• Cleans forms and removes concrete from floors.
• Maintains knowledge of all vault forms and duties of vault assembly.
• Repairs cement mixer belt and other machines as needed.
• Washes out, cleans and sweeps vault making area and equipment.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
• 6+ months of previous machine operation experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Basic analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Basic understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Possess a mechanical aptitude; ability to use a large variety of hand tools and basic knowledge of power tools, forklifts, welding equipment, and cutting torch.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk, hear and see.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment may be high.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry, committed to supporting customer business growth and helping families transition from grieving to remembrance. We achieve this by delivering products of exceptional craftsmanship along with value‑driven programs and services. Matthews Memorialization is a Matthews International (MATW) company.

Matthews International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our Human Resources team.

Nearest Major Market: Riverside
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles