Production Associate - Hose Assembler

Pay

$18 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Location: Rockford, IL

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match

About the role

This is a rewarding, steady day‑shift role where your craftsmanship supports customers who count on safe, high‑quality hydraulic assemblies every single day.

• You build and verify real products that keep equipment running safely
• You work with a supportive, respectful team in a clean, well‑lit space
• You enjoy predictable hours, growth from within, and a company that recognizes hard work

About the company

At Value Added Distributors, LLC, we are not just an applied industrial distributor but a company that builds careers, relationships, and futures. Since 1995, we've combined practical innovation and small‑company values to create a workplace defined by integrity, respect, and continuous improvement. Our team enjoys the security of a growing company, opportunities to advance from within, and a clean, well-lit space to do meaningful work. In our company, long-term career development is a place where hard work is recognized, ideas are valued, and people come first.

Responsibilities

• Assemble assigned product parts (hydraulic hose assemblies) in alignment with production guidelines, company policies/procedures, and customer requirements
• Monitor quality processes and complete inspection paperwork accurately
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment
• Maintain a neat, clean work area at all times
• Build and apply detailed knowledge of production processes
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to safely lift up to 30 pounds using proper lifting techniques
• Skill using equipment such as saws, crimpers, forklifts, etc.
• Computer skills are highly desirable
• Comfort applying basic math skills in production settings
• Ability to use and read tape measures and digital calipers
• You work quickly, accurately, and independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• 18 years of age or older is required to operate equipment
• High school diploma or GED equivalent