2nd Shift Operator
HGC Industries · Indianapolis, IN · 2 wk ago
Management$19.75/hrFull-time
About the role
Join HGC Industries as a 2nd Shift Operator and become part of a team that takes pride in quality, teamwork, and excellence. In this hands-on role, you’ll operate production equipment, ensure parts meet customer specifications, and help keep our manufacturing process running smoothly and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Set up different presses per procedure with minimum downtime (insert die boards, load material, and check for correct material and yield per F.O.)
- Learn all the required functions of presses in the press bank, such as turning the machine on/off, emergency stop, checking the roll stand, and ensuring the material is fitting properly through the feeder
- Operate the press at maximum speed that allows for safety and consistent, accurate cut part outcome
- Run material through the press, meet quality count and rate requirements according to customer and HGC guidelines
- Constantly monitor quality results, paying attention to detail and reporting any defects
- Catch and/or move gaskets from the press neatly to avoid distortion
- Finish parts and remove scrap from gaskets
- Consistently meet efficiency goals per factory order
- Separate box quantities according to customer guidelines
- Fill out the paperwork correctly for each run
- Measure and compare parts for accuracy
- MATCH all parts with the order blueprint and ensure that parts have all the material branding requirements
- Prepare parts for shipping, pack parts into cartons, and ensure all parts have been packed following the required instructions.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and percentages
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management skills and ability to efficiently manage priorities and tasks based on importance
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Adaptability skills to effectively manage demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
- Ability to work self-sufficiently to ensure accuracy and quality of tasks
- Ability to navigate and resolve internal or external situations effectively and resourcefully
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, co-workers, and HGC Industries stakeholders
- Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor their work to ensure quality
- A strong willingness to learn new processes and procedures will help the individual be successful at HGC
- Ability to follow HGC safety and security guidelines when operating and using company equipment and materials
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma/GED preferred
- Previous manufacturing experience a plus
Physical Demands
- Standing for extended periods 5-10 hours per day
- Walking for long periods 1-5 hours per day
- Sitting (based on position and department) 1-5 hours per day
- Twisting, bending, reaching, and engaging in rapid reflex movements for up to 10 hours a day
- Circumduction, pushing, pulling, reaching, and engaging in rapid flex movements with both arms up to 10 hours a day
- Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
- Occasionally lift and carry objects (30 lbs. maximum)
- Occasionally climb/use a ladder
Environmental Conditions
- Manufacturing plant and office employees can/will be exposed to noise, dirt, dust, fumes, odors, chemicals, and other airborne particles.
COMPENSATION
$19.75/hour based on experience
SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, 2:00pm to 10:30pm
LOCATION
(On-Site, Indianapolis (Martindale-Brightwood area))
SIGN-ON BONUS
Earn $200 after your first 90 days, $300 after 6 months, and $500 after reaching your 1-year anniversary with the company.
INCENTIVE PAY
Boost your earnings with the opportunity to earn additional incentive pay based on your efficiency and performance.