Operator

Gebhart Holdings•Huntington, IN

About The Position

The Operator is a general laborer who assists with all production operations for Metal Source. The role involves working a 12-hour rotating shift on a schedule of three days on, two days off, two days on, and three days off. Shifts run either 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. The starting wage is $20.00 per hour, with wage increases every six months. Operators are eligible for a monthly attendance bonus and a weekly production bonus starting on their first day. The position reports to the Crew Supervisor and does not supervise others. Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. On-the-job training and licensure for the required forklift license will be provided. This is a physically demanding role involving standing, walking, lifting, and other physical activities. Operators must be able to handle extreme heat and cold, dust, dirt, and extreme noise. The position requires regular and timely attendance, following the company attendance policy, and applying 5S foundations for lean production tools and processes.

Requirements

Forklift license required; on-the-job training and licensure will be provided.
Effective communication skills.
Team-player attitude.
Eagerness to learn and grow with the company.
Ability to adhere to the company attendance policy.
Ability to perform physical activities including talking, hearing, repetitive motion, stooping, crouching, standing, walking, lifting, and climbing stairs.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Visual acuity to operate machinery and assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work, including making general observations of facilities.
Ability to work around dust, dirt, extreme noise, temperature changes, and weather conditions with some protection from weather.