Utility Tech - 1st Shift

HSM • Cranberry Township, OH

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third-generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to its people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, HSM specializes in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Their expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products, from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways. The company fosters a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. The Utility Tech role involves working across production, fabrication, and assembly processes, operating various equipment including manual, semi-automated, and CNC machinery. Responsibilities also include moving and staging raw materials and finished goods, supporting cycle counts and inventory accuracy, organizing materials, communicating shortages, identifying defects, maintaining a clean workspace, and contributing ideas for efficiency improvements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to learn and operate different types of equipment
• Strong adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks
• Basic understanding of production processes and material flow
• Ability to follow work instructions and meet quality standards
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Comfortable standing, walking, and performing repetitive tasks
• Able to work in a manufacturing environment with varying conditions

Nice To Haves

• 1 –3 years of manufacturing, production, or warehouse experience preferred
• Experience in cross-functional or multi-process roles is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work across production, fabrication, and assembly processes
• Operate a variety of equipment including manual, semi-automated, and CNC machinery
• Move raw materials and finished goods to support production needs
• Stage materials at workstations to keep operations running efficiently
• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy efforts
• Organize materials to ensure easy access and efficient workflow
• Communicate shortages or discrepancies to the team
• Identify and report defects or issues
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace aligned with 5S standards
• Step in where needed to support production goals
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and workflow

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• Competitive PTO: 104 hours + 9 company paid holidays.
• On-Site Medical Clinics: Free for you and covered dependents, if applicable.
• Teladoc: 24/7 access with no copay.
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more.

What This Job Offers

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