Utility Operator - 1st Shift

The Gund Company•Cedar Lake, IN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator to join our team! This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time. As a Utility Operator, you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating and setting up various production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery.
Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.