Plating Department Operator - 2nd Shift

KI • Green Bay, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

KI is seeking a full-time Plating Department Operator for its Green Bay manufacturing facility. The operator is responsible for proper operation of the plating department during the assigned shift, maintaining production schedules, and meeting the needs of internal customers. The role operates the plating system, racks and unracks frames, maintains production levels and system efficiency, and ensures proper chemical titrations in plating tanks.

This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. The starting rate is $21.00 per hour, with a $2.00-per-hour shift premium. A $1.00-per-hour raise is given within the first year of employment. Overtime may be required during the busy season.

The work involves warm areas and activities including standing, walking, lifting, twisting, and bending. Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and may be asked to assist in other plant areas when their own area is slow. The facility is smoke-free.

KI describes its culture as welcoming and offers competitive benefits to eligible employees, including employee ownership, insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, wellness resources, and education reimbursement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude.
• Team-player approach.
• Computer knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Previous manufacturing experience, although it is not required.

Responsibilities

• Properly operate the plating department during the assigned shift to maintain production schedules and meet internal customer needs.
• Operate the plating system.
• Rack and unrack various frames.
• Maintain production levels and maximize system efficiency by keeping optimal levels of work bars in operation.
• Ensure proper chemical titrations in plating tanks.
• Assist in other plant areas when the employee's area is slow.
• Be willing to train on any shift.

Benefits

• 100% employee ownership.
• Competitive health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Wellness resources, including an on-site fitness center and fitness reimbursement program.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Company-paid long-term disability.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Sick pay.
• Monthly bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED