Manufacturing Operator / Production Operator – 1st & 2nd Shift 839312

Manufacturing Operator / Production Operator – 1st & 2nd Shift
Pay: Starting at $19.12 per hour, plus an additional shift differential for 2nd Shift
Location: Elkhart, IN
Employment Type: Full-time, hourly, non-exempt
Available Shifts

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  1st Shift: 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  
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  2nd Shift: 2:10 PM – 12:40 AM
  
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  Regular Schedule: Monday–Thursday
  
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  Overtime: Friday overtime may be required based on production needs.
  

We are hiring dependable, detail-oriented Manufacturing Operators / Production Operators for our Rim Line in Elkhart, Indiana. This hands-on role is ideal for individuals who are eager to learn, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in producing quality work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

As a Pack Operator, you will inspect, handle, stack, and prepare wheel rims for the next stage of the manufacturing process.

What You’ll Do

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  Perform visual inspections of rims and wheels coming off the production line.
  
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  Verify that valve stem holes are present and correctly located.
  
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  Ensure DOT stamps are present and legible.
  
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  Inspect rim trim to confirm it is at the proper depth and is not raised.
  
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  Remove rims from chutes and place them onto skids, racks, or crates.
  
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  Stack rims in the required weave pattern and quantity.
  
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  Clear wheels from various production lines as needed.
  
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  Set up the appropriate size skid with plywood or ensure racks are in place.
  
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  Tag skids and verify that production paperwork is complete and accurate.
  
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  Attach required paperwork to each rack or skid for production recordkeeping.
  
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  Wrap completed skids with shrink wrap for Material Handler pickup.
  
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  Review and follow all safety procedures and work instructions.
  
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  Perform other duties as assigned within the Rim Line or throughout the facility.
  

  Qualifications

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  1 year of general labor or manufacturing experience preferred.
  
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  Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
  
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  Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures.
  
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  Motivated team player with a positive attitude.
  
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  Self-starter with a willingness to learn new skills.
  
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  Consistently productive, efficient, and dependable.
  
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  Ability to maintain reliable attendance for early-morning or late-night shifts.
  

  Physical Requirements

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  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  
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  Ability to perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
  
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  Ability to lift overhead and stack materials at low levels.
  
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  Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, and reaching.
  

Work Environment
Work is performed in a manufacturing setting. Employees may be exposed to both heat and cold depending on the department and outdoor temperatures.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including:

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  Eye protection
  
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  Hearing protection
  
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  Steel-toed boots
  
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  Sturdy clothing to help reduce the risk of cuts and scrapes
  

Employees must remain aware of their surroundings and follow safety requirements to help reduce the risk of injury.


Apply today to join our manufacturing team in Elkhart, IN.