Hose Support (Utility) - 2nd Shift

Teknor Apex Company•Fountain Inn, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Teknor Apex is seeking individuals to join their manufacturing team as a Hose Support Operator in the Hose Assembly department. This role involves moving heavy hose reels, preparing them for the winding finishing room, threading hoses, and visually inspecting for defects. The company, founded in 1924, has grown into an international custom compounder with a global presence, yet remains privately held and family-oriented, emphasizing strong employee and customer relationships. They believe manufacturing is a team sport where collaboration leads to achieving goals and delivering customized compound solutions for better products.

Requirements

Must be able to read, interpret, and loop up scheduled product on batch cards, record production information, and take basic measurements of hose.
Basic math skills such as addition and subtraction are required as the position requires accurate counting of product in order to match production records.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time, squat, bend, twist and turn as needed to perform the job.
Ability to operate in a self-directed environment and complete tasks on time and thoroughly as assigned.
Excellent attendance
Ability to work safe
Ability to follow work instructions
Strong work history
Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex.

Responsibilities

Move 300–400-pound garden hose reels that are staged from the extrusion department and line up each reel.
Push each reel on to the reel stands for the winding finishing room.
Thread the end of the hose to the front end of the cutter machine and visually inspect out layer hose on reel for defects.

Benefits

Very attractive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with extremely LOW deductibles and Low-cost - 85% paid by the company
Benefits eligibility within 30 days of hire
Company paid wellness programs – smoking cessation, mental health, weight loss
On-site medical clinic for employee and spouse at no charge which includes prescriptions, wellness visits, and immunizations
Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K and free financial planning assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Two-weeks Paid Vacation and 13 Paid Holidays
$1,000.00 Sign on Bonus - $250 paid after 30 days, $250 after 90 days and the remaining $500 paid after 180 days (6 months)
Bonus paid for Employee Referrals
8-hour Production shift schedules and paid weekly
Overtime production schedule posted 1 year in advance –no production is scheduled for most holiday weekends
Shift differential - $1.25 for second shift, $1.50 for third shift
Some positions eligible for weekly production bonuses
Pay increases granted for learning additional skills
Onsite food trucks weekly
Employee recognition points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products earned for Perfect Attendance, service year milestones and other achievements
Company sponsored discounts to gyms, restaurants, theme parks, travel, auto, etc
Numerous employee appreciation activities annually- meals, giveaways, contests
Free income tax filing assistance for eligible associates
Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
Family Day celebration
Recognition for years of service