Current Light Industrial Job Openings

Warehouse Operations Specialist

The perfect way to get your foot in the door with one of the fastest growing industries in America! Our client, a value-added distributor of contractor and industrial supplies is seeking a Assistant Warehouse Manager at their HQ in Waukesha, WI.

This  role includes full benefits and competitive pay with flexible full time hours from M-F 7:00am-4:30pm. This position has consistent hours and no overnight or weekend work.

The Assistant Warehouse Manager key responsibilities include: becoming knowledgeable with inventory products & status, monitoring the shipping & receiving process, utilizing warehouse equipment to transport and locate materials, assisting with the dispatching and routing process, and building cohesiveness within our warehouse team.

The incumbent of this role will:

• Remain up to date with our active inventory through proficiency with training in our computer system
• Check the status of active inventory, and update what needs to be purchased through vendors
• Operate forklifts and warehouse machinery to transport, load, and unload materials
• Work with the Warehouse Manager to transition the warehouse system to a more efficient, improved model
• Train with our repair departments to assist with repairs and creating custom specified materials
• Organize next day delivery schedule with operations and warehouse team at the end of day
• Complete cycle counts and reports on inventory levels
• Operate within MS excel which links to our proprietary inventory system
• Additional support of product knowledge for the on-site store front

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a warehousing role.
• 2+ years experience with inventory management
• Ability and comfort operating with MS excel
• Experienced operating a forklift to transport materials
• Experienced working with a range of hand and power tools - This comes to play in our repair department & when creating custom kits for our clients
• Must have a desire to learn more about the construction and industrial trades
• Possess High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred but not required

A.S. in Construction Management or related experience in the field

SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Quality Control Manager, the CMM Programmer and Operator is responsible for using a variety of methods for obtaining measurements, tests, and associated standards to inspect and validate characteristics of components and assemblies. Primary Job function is programming and operating Zeiss CONTURA and ACCURA CMM using Calypso software.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Knowledgeable in programming and operating CALYPSO 2018
• Strong technical drawing reading and interpreting ability with knowledge of GD&T
• Review purchase order information to confirm customer flow down of requirements are met
• Bag and label conforming assemblies and components, and complete all associated quality paperwork
• Identify and record the necessary measurements and engineering drawing characteristics in support of First Article Inspection (FAI) paperwork completion
• Create quality notifications within the ERP system, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of information
• Assist with the Material Review Board (MRB) process for nonconforming part disposition by providing objective evidence to support rejection data
• Support stock sweep activities to ensure accurate and comprehensive containment of suspect or nonconforming material
• Support data flow and identification on area continuous improvement boards
• Support kaizen activity and related activities
• Support manufacturing operations, including quality trending and data analysis, and assist with containment initiatives
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of relevant quality and manufacturing experience within an ISO controlled and/or government regulated environment
• 2+ years of relevant experience in programming and operating a CMM

JOB SKILLS

• Experience within the Aerospace Industry with exposure to AS9100 and FAA regulations preferred
• Outstanding organizational skills and experience with managing multiple deadlines at once
• Strong technical skills including the ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Proficient in communicating information to individuals and groups in both written and presentation form
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, and can use Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & associated software efficiently
• Strong desire to work in a team made up of a cross functional group of individuals
• Self-starter that can work extended hours as required to satisfy customer deadlines

Cushion Fabrication Specialist

Our New Berlin based client is seeking hardworking individuals to join their team to produce and assemble seating and positioning equipment according to specifications and quality standards.  This team builds custom cushions, which entails cutting foam and material to size and then gluing foam together to complete the base of the cushions.  Starting pay is $12.25/hr and lead into full time roles with strong benefits.  This role is 1^st shift, Monday through Friday, 6am-2pm and includes 3 paid breaks.  As an employee, you will enjoy: 9 paid holidays off per year, paid lunch, paid maternity/paternity leave, 401K with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement and excellent health insurance.  If you’d like to return to school this is an excellent opportunity.

In this role you will:

• Read and follow work order specifications to build and assemble parts in an accurate and timely fashion.
• Work from drawings and specifications and use a variety of measuring instruments.
• Operate band saw, grinder, t-nut machine, portable power tools and glue gun.
• Locate materials required to assemble products.
• Enter completed product into production entry.
• Confer and correspond with purchasing group to rectify problems, such as damages, and shortages.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations and maintain departmental housekeeping standards.
• Assist in other departments, as needed, to ensure products are completed on time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred
• Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide and metric conversions).
• Ability to read, write, and understand instruction detail written and communicated in English.
• Familiarity with portable power tools such as a drill, band saw, and grinder.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
• Ability to stand the entire shift

1^st shift Industrial Sewers needed! On the job training offered to those looking to start a career in industrial sewing. Candidates will be responsible for sewing operations in the manufacturing of industrial curtains or partitions.

Essential Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
• Position items under needles, using guides or measuring devices.
• Replace spools of thread, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
• Match vinyl pieces in correct sequences prior to sewing them, and verify that dye lots and patterns match.
• Guide curtain or partitions parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together.
• Start and operate industrial sewing machines, such as single or double needle machines, to automatically join, reinforce the vinyl material.
• Record quantities of materials processed.
• Inspect curtains and partitions, and examine repair tags and markings to locate defects or damage, and mark errors as necessary.
• Operating various grommet machines
• Select supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to job requirements.
• Adjust machine guides according to specifications.
• Cut excess material and thread from finished products.
• Fold curtains or partitions to specifications.
• Perform equipment maintenance tasks such as replacing needles, or cleaning and oiling sewing machines.
• Examine and measure finished articles to verify conformance to standards, using rulers and tape measures.
• Turn knobs, screws, and dials to adjust settings of machines, according to product type and equipment performance.
• Repair or alter items by adding replacement parts or missing stitches.
• Perform other jobs in the sewing and assembly areas as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by leads or management.
• Push & pull up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic ability to read, write and understand English.
• Basic ability to read/use a ruler and tape measure, add/subtract and calculate fractions.

WORKER ATTRIBUTES

• Basic mathematical skills
• Good organizational skills and detail orientation
• Good eye/hand coordination

All candidates will be required to take a sewing test during the interview process 

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Maintenance Mechanic: (2^nd Shift & 3^rd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is looking to hire an experienced Maintenance Mechanic for 2nd Shift (4PM to Midnight). A manufacturer of paper packaging solutions will soon be just opened operations in Cottage Grove, MN. They are seeking experienced Maintenance Mechanics at all levels, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing. Maintenance Mechanics with a Boiler's License is strongly preferred, but not mandatory.

We are seeking employees who can begin in the next 30 days, and complete training for approximately 12 weeks in their Cottage Grove plant. Pay for this role is going to be based on existing skills, experience and company match. This is a direct hire role with a strong starting hourly rate, benefits package and great quality of life.

Job Responsibilities: Maintenance Mechanic

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form and texture of parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working within a manufacturing or production setting with a track record of doing troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and installing new machines.
• Boiler License and experience with Boilers is a BIG plus.
• Must have the following basic maintenance skills and/or experience: welding, electrical wiring, plumbing. Some heating/refrigeration experiences a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and diagrams.
• Must be able to stand or walk up to 8+ hours per shift.

Our New Berlin client, specializing in order fulfillment, seeks an experienced material handler to work within their warehouse.

Job Duties for this incumbent role:

• Shipping & Receiving products into the warehouse
• Operate a stand-up and sit-down forklift 
• Pick orders according to pick lists
• Load and unload trucks
• Input incoming inventory into Windows-based operating system

Other duties as requested Qualifications:

• High-School diploma or equivalent

• Candidates should have at least 2 years’ experience in a warehouse environment

• 3-5 years of forklift experience, certification is preferred. 

• Must have an excellent work ethic

• Exemplary attendance

• Positive can-do attitude with the drive to go above and beyond the job duties

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, this position is responsible for preparing materials for shipment and verifying and entering receipt of all incoming shipments. Also maintains cleanliness of warehouse and spooling of wire. Education/Experience: • High School Diploma or GED • Related experience or training Marginal Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintains cleanliness of warehouse and Shipping and Receiving Department. • Operates the forklift truck occasionally when pulling, loading, or moving merchandise • delivers or picks-up parts from vendor or customers • Must be able to lift 50lbs

JD

Are you mechanically inclined and looking to jumpstart a successful career with a growing and reputable manufacturing company? If so we are currently have an immediate need for Mechanical Assemblers in the Waukesha area!

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, the Mechanical Assembler I performs simple to moderate operations in the assembly and disassembly of mechanical components and subassemblies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use common hand tools, power tools and machinery in the production of simple to moderate assemblies.
• Required to work with a variety of materials: steel, sheet metal, aluminum, brass, solvents, oils and abrasives
• Identify and kit parts necessary for assembly.
• Understand and work with Manufacturing Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education – High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Good Math. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

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Process Operator – Cottage Grove, WI

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a fulltime Process Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K.  This is a full time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Cottage Grove, WI

Shift/Hours: 3^rd shift, 6pm-6am, on5, off2, on2, off5… repeat

Pay: $20 per hour

NOTE – Transfers to 1^st and 2^nd shift are possible once training commences (based on availability)

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the operation of chemical processes which will be delivered through a strong training program.  The program stresses strong attention to detail around processes and documentation of said processes.  This role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a chemical processes schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Operate chemical processes to include adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, and sampling.
• Fill out the regulatory paperwork, inspections, and checklists as assigned meeting the intent of the regulations.
• Maintain regulatory compliance (RCRA, Title V, Air Permits, and OSHA regulations) in assigned areas.
• Participate in mandatory Environmental, Health, & Safety and process specific training.
• Fill out the daily and weekly inspections check sheets as assigned.
• Fill out all vessel batch logs, reports, manifests, check sheets, etc. as assigned.
• Complete prism tasks for material transfers move tickets, material usage, prism logs, and work orders, raw material inventory, produced inventory, and ensure compliance to PRISM and ISO 9001:2000.
• Perform auxiliary tasks such as tank transfers, bulk truck or railcar loading/unloading, container emptying and filling, dumping bags and supersacks, sampling, etc.
• Assist in production areas as needed and as directed

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.
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Requirements:

• Possession of High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs on occasion, 50 lbs. frequently.
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet on occasion.

Production Operator – Milwaukee

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a fulltime Production Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K.  This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Milwaukee – North Side

Pay: $17/hr. (plus shift differential of $.50/hour for 2nd shift and $.75 for 3rd Shift)

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit-Sharing, 401(k), Pension Program and tuition reimbursement, long term/short term disability and more.

Shift Hours: There are currently two different shifts available...

• Weekend Nights: 6PM to 6AM (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
• 2^nd Shift: 2PM to 10:30PM (Monday through Friday)

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)
• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up, so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to work in an un-cooled warehouse facility
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Production Operator – Terre Haute, IN

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a Production Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including a pension, medical, dental, vision, 401k and tuition reimbursement.  This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Terre Haute, IN

Shift/Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10am -8pm

Note: Transfers to other shifts are possible once training commences (based on availability)

Pay: $17/hr

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)

• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards

• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Must be able to work in an un-cooled warehouse facility  
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Production Supervisor – Cottage Grove, MN

Our client, a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions just opened operations in Cottage Grove, MN. In partnership with ESC, we are seeking to hire a Production Supervisor. The right candidate will have experience managing a team within the corrugating or paper industry. This is a direct hire role that includes a strong starting salary, benefits and PTO.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the performance of production employees
• Responsible to provide direct leadership and supervision to the employees on shift and to set an example for all employees of the plant.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to ensure employee development.
• Monitor and manage raw materials, inventories, and production schedules.
• Maintain shift coverage schedule of Production Employees, including vacation management, and communicate to employees when they are required to work.
• Identify incidents/accidents/near misses and communicate through submittal of incident investigation form.
• Address corrective action as identified.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to all corporate policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Follow-up on all production activities.
• Responsible to ensure that all employees follow the product specific SOP’s
• Maintain clean and organized production, site and office area.
• Guide employee performance and development using daily communication and annual performance evaluations.
• Utilize progressive discipline as required to enforce company policy.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with maintenance department to ensure that all repairs are made timely and that the necessary preventive maintenance is performed as necessary to keep plant operational.
• Continuously evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to the plant processes and facilities working closely with the Plant Manager and General Manager.
• Works with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Corrugating experience STRONGLY preferred.
• 3+ years of experience managing a team in a Production/Manufacturing environment.
• Must have excellent supervisory and leadership skills in an organic manufacturing environment.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Complete repairs to components, modules and machines, according to quality standards and supervisor’s work schedule.  
• Develop, monitor and present Quality KPIs for outsource suppliers.
• Maintain inventory accuracy for bench. 
• Submit appropriate paperwork for parts pulled from stock. 
• Record data in company systems accurately. 
• Maintain inventory of assigned repairable stock.
• Monitor supplies and parts required for repairs and notify when to purchase.
• Recognize and communicate areas for continuous improvement.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.

Education/Experience:

Associate's degree (A. A.) in Electromechanics or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Math Ability:  Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:  To perform this job successfully, an individual should have Advanced Computer skills.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station: (2^nd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is opening a brand-new manufacturing plant and is looking to fill 40+ new positions. They are a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions and are seeking individuals who are interested in learning new skills and growing a long-term career. These will all be direct hire roles with benefits and PTO.

We are seeking candidates for 2^nd shift machine operator roles, shipping/receiving, forklift, clamp truck and maintenance personnel, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening a new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

We are seeking employees who can begin this month, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks in Cottage Grove, MN. Pay for this initial role is $16.00 per hour for 2^nd shift. You will be guaranteed 40 hours every week and training is 100% paid.  Once you complete the initial training program, additional training will be provided, and skills will be gained to operate in a variety of production roles.  Each advanced role, once successfully mastered, comes with pay increase steps ($.50/hour) that delivers $19+ per hour within a 2-year career path.  The initial role is a contract-to-hire role that will deliver a complete benefits package (including 401-k) once you are hired on permanently. All candidates must be able to pass a drug screen before they are hired.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station Job Responsibilities:

• Follow all accepted company safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean machine and Work Area.
• Be able to read the dry end run schedule
• Prep Units with dunnage, according to customer specifications so that the units will not be damaged by banding.
• Ensure that unit count is correct, and units are properly tagged.
• Ensure that Unitization is correct according to default parameters or Customer request.
• Respond to the bander when there are issues.
• Keep dunnage area clean, neat and stocked

Tagging Station Primary Job

• Print correct tag with correct count for unit at the Dressing Station.
• Place Top and bottom dunnage on the unit as required by Default standards or the customer request.
• Inform Control Room Operator of Overrun, Underrun or scrapped sheets/units.
• Check quality of units on the Dressing Station by quick visual inspection.
• Ensure Unitization is correct and matches tag.
• Be able to change labels in tag printer.
• Clean banders, clear minor jams, and replace/rethread strapping when roll runs out.
• Read Dry end schedule and confirm correct quantities are manufactured.
• Setup bander/unit for cross banding when necessary.
• Operate all Sheet line controls.
• Operate all Bander Controls
• Operate all Stacker Controls
• When the machine stops because of a Dry End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is, clear 1^st Hand should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist to get the machine running as quickly and as safely possible.

Secondary Function

• The Dry End will always work as a team. Operators are expected to help each other out when issues arise, examples are:
  1. Kick outs and stacker issues
  2. Short Cutoffs and load building
  3. When the machine shuts down because of Dry End jam, (certain operators will be required to go to the Wet End to assist during Wet End stops).
  4. Ensuring that good quality board is being run.
• If the bander goes down, the operators are expected to move up and fill the position of the operator working on the bander.
• All team members are responsible for items in the rework area
• When the machine stops for a Wet End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is clear 1^st Hand will restock their area and make sure the bander is clean and ready for operation.  After their area, has been “set up for success” if the machine is still down they should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist as instructed by the Control Room Operator.

Weekly Preventative Maintenance

• Clean the printers and counters
• Clean the banders. Bander heads will be blown out and frame wiped down.  Grease shall be removed from outside of machine and inside frames using paper towels, Degreaser (Simple Green) and/or Windex.  If substantial buildup exists, the Dry-Ice blaster shall be used to clean hard to reach areas.  All Paper towels, dust and debris shall be swept up and deposited in a trash receptacle which will be dumped in the trash compactor.  All tools and cleaning supplies will be returned to their proper place upon completion of cleaning operation.
• Restock the dunnage area
• Clean and sweep area and dispose of any scrap
• Clear, clean and sweep rework area.
• Blow down and clean on and under stacker.
• Assist 2^nd Hand in cleaning under belts and decking.
• Because there are two 1^st hands, the duties will be split and one operator may be assigned other duties.

Qualifications

• Must truly be seeking a career and not just a job.
• Desire and possess the ability to learn new skills
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment with changing temperatures (the Plant could be 85 degrees on hot days during the summer and 65 degrees in the Winter)
• Comfortable in a physical role and able to stand, walk, bend, twist and lift up to 50+lbs consistently for 10+ hour shifts.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Enjoys working within a team setting

Surface Grinder  

We are seeking both experienced and entry level Surface Grinders. We desire experience but will train individuals who seek a long term career.  This role pays $26-$33 per hour for experienced grinders, while an entry level candidate begins training at $15-$17 per hour and will see increases as skills are gained.  This role is located in Greendale, WI and maintains both 1^st shift (7am-3:30pm) and 2^nd shift (3:30pm-Midnight) opportunities.  This is a full time role with an excellent benefit plan.

In this role you will be responsible for the set up and operation of reciprocating and/or rotary surface grinding machines. You will be trained to work with a Mattison grinding machine that has both vertical and horizontal grinding heads (very unique in this industry). You will also be able to take advantage of the latest grinding wheel technology which allows close tolerances and variable speed spindle drives.

In this role you will:

• Set up, adjust and operate a surface grinder to achieve required finish to flat surfaces having several related dimensions.
• Set up using blocking, aligning, and securing of irregular shaped work pieces, use magnetic chuck and/or sine plate where applicable.
• Dress and change wheels for various finish requirements, radius, and/or angles.
• Assist in development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for the Experienced Surface Grinder:

• HSD/GED; or 5-7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive knowledge on operation of Mattison (reciprocating) style surface grinders.
• Knowledge on operation of Blanchard (rotary) style surface grinders a plus.
• Knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square required.
• General knowledge of manual machine operations required.
• Experienced using and interpreting inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Must be able to read blueprints at a level equivalent to the MATC Blueprint Reading class.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications for the Entry-Level Surface Grinder:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Stable work history
• Some experience – small scale – of grinding or smoothing (knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square are a big plus).
• General knowledge of manual machine operations.
• Ability to learn and use inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Our Pewaukee-based client is in need of a Distribution Center employee for an immediate opportunity. The incumbent in the role will pick and package small parts and ship materials via UPS or Speedy. Additionally, he/she will load/unload trucks using a forklift.

Qualified candidates will have the following skills:

• Experience operating a forklift and loading/unloading materials
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must have forklift experience
• High energy, with excellent attention to detail
• Experience using UPS or other shipping methods preferred