Racker / Unracker Operator - 2nd Shift

Bonnell Aluminum•Elkhart, IN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Bonnell Aluminum is seeking motivated, detail-oriented people to join its Anodizing Department as Racker/Unracker Operators. The role involves carefully racking aluminum extrusion parts onto titanium racks and unracking finished parts after anodizing, protecting them from surface damage and ensuring they meet quality standards. Operators identify different aluminum profiles, inspect parts for defects, use measuring tools when required, and handle materials safely. They also maintain a clean work area, follow safety procedures, communicate concerns, and respond to feedback from team leaders. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with 40 or more hours per week and occasional mandatory Saturday overtime. Starting pay is $17.51. The work involves regular standing, walking, reaching, and hand use, occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and exposure to moving mechanical parts. Lifting requirements include regularly handling up to 25 pounds, frequently handling 30–50 pounds, and occasionally lifting more than 100 pounds with a partner.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and grow.
Ability to pass a company background check and drug screen.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move 30–50 pounds, and occasionally lift more than 100 pounds with a partner.
Ability to perform regular standing, walking, reaching, and hand use, and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Rack aluminum extrusion parts onto titanium racks with appropriate spacing, alignment, and secure attachment.
Unrack finished parts after anodizing while protecting them from scratches, dents, and other damage.
Inspect parts during racking and unracking for dents, scratches, blisters, die lines, streaks, bow, twist, and other imperfections.
Recognize different aluminum sizes, shapes, and profiles and place each piece correctly.
Use measuring tools when required to verify part lengths and compliance with shop orders and quality standards.
Lift and handle aluminum pieces and boxes safely, assisting with heavier items as needed.
Follow safety policies and procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, and adhere to lockout/tagout practices when necessary.
Receive and apply feedback from the Team Leader to improve load quality, accuracy, and safety.
Keep the work area clean and organized, remove debris, organize racks, and keep walkways clear.
Communicate with supervisors, line leaders, and coworkers, and promptly report quality issues, equipment concerns, and safety hazards.