Current Light Industrial Job Openings

CNC Machine Operator – Split Shift

Our client, located in Muskego, is looking for an entry level machinist who is interested in working on CNC Machines.  They are very willing to train and pays $15-16/hr based on experience!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run up to two CNC machines
• Set up machine tooling using the equipment necessary for any assigned job
• Work with minimal supervision
• Identify, set up, and troubleshoot any problems that may occur in the machining process
• Inspect and reject components that don’t meet engineering criteria
• Work with customer service, order processing, engineering, quality, and other areas up on products and document machining procedures accurately
• Follow machining prints and bill of materials (B/Ms) for allproducts
• Locate parts, prints, B/Ms, and work orders
• Communicate fully with supervisor and coworkers to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency
• Inform management of tool, gauge, equipment, instrumentation, and other supply needs, as well as repair requirements
• Issue maintenance work requests when appropriate
• Clean and maintain work areas, equipment, and instrumentation

QUALIFICATION

• Proper and safe use of all hand tools, machines, and materials
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal
• Able to read, interpret, and follow instructions, specifications, reference materials, and technical information
• Able to operate equipment and instruments necessary to fulfill job responsibilities
• Computer, math, and CNC skills necessary, which may include SPC, statistics, geometry, algebra

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Two years of advanced education in machining or equivalent experience

GENERAL LABORER

SUMMARY

Ability to perform component set-up and packaging removal activities to assist in the efficient flow of the production cell.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate the flexibility to carry out multiple tasks contributing toward the delivery of products to customer specifications
• Able to accurately complete and follow detailed instructions and procedures. 
• Identify parts.
• Set up parts delivered to cells or other designated areas.
• Delivered various materials to designated areas.
• Responsible for dependable attendance, punctual habits and maintaining clean and organized work areas. 
• Able to interface professionally with internal and external customers as well as provide customer support/training through hands on or technical presentations. 
• Know and promote our client's Quality System.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

• This position requires a high school diploma with typically one to two years related experience or acceptable equivalent combination of education, related training and experience.
• 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.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to handle parts with or without material handling equipment requiring safety and delicate handling procedures
• Ability to work on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations
• Proactive in identifying methods and procedures for improving productivity, be a team player, and be able to provide guidance and training to other associates

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Understand ISO procedures

SUMMARY:

• Under general supervision, the Machine Operator II has the ability to program and operate various machines and work centers in Fabrication.  Maintains production runs and visually inspects parts to ensure quality and consistency, performs preventative maintenance on assigned machines and performs secondary operations on parts as assigned

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates and programs various machines and machine shop equipment under general supervision and makes direct supervisor aware of any problems as they occur.
• Maintains continuous and repetitive production runs to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Advanced interpretation and understanding of blueprints and shop orders to meet part specifications.
• Measures dimensions of finished work piece to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
• Maintains machines and removes and replaces broken or worn tools.
• Makes sure that workstation is clean, organized and free of hazardous materials. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years related machine operator/brake press experience
• Programming experience with Stryker Systems or related software is preferred

Our client in Waukesha has an immediate need for a Material Handler with the ability to perform inventory control and transactions, including part number identification and organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

·         Work with Materials/Logistics Manager to coordinate Part Order releases and Part Order Processes

·         Work with Materials/Logistics Manager to facilitate order pulls for Manufacturing Cells

·         Process Sales Order changes

·         Perform inventory control

·         Participate in the annual physical inventory count team as assigned

·         Order packaging from vendors

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

·         High school diploma with two to three years related experience.

·         Valid WI Driver's License.

·         Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

·         Forklift certification

·         Effective verbal and written communication

·         Ability to handle parts with or without material handling equipment requiring safety and delicate handling procedures

·         Ability to work on assignments that are complex in nature.

·         Proactive in identifying methods and procedures for improving productivity, being a team player, and being able to provide guidance and training to other associates

·         Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with the assistance of others

Preferred:

·         Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures

·         Working knowledge of Excel

·         Understand ISO procedures

The Order Selector will drive an order picker to fill orders for shipment.  He/she will go up multiple floors to pick merchandise for shipment.  As a result, he/she must not be afraid of heights.

Required Skills:

• Able to drive an order picker
• Not afraid of heights
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency
• Picks/packs orders with a high-degree of accuracy. 
• Able to lift up to 75lbs occasionally

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the operation of chemical processes (adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc.)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Comply with all safety and regulatory compliance programs.

·         Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas while working in a safe manner & following all established SOP’s

·         Use the PPE as specified in the SOP's.

·         Be an active member of the emergency response team and associated training.

·         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.

·         Communicate to shift supervisor or senior operator compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified.

·         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 SOP’s and documentation as directed by the shift supervisor or senior operator.

·         Operate processes (adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc.) in accordance with SOP’s; notify shift supervisor or senior operator of deviations from the SOP’s

·         Perform auxiliary tasks such as tank transfers, bulk truck or railcar loading/unloading, container emptying and filling, dumping bags and supersacks, sampling, etc.

·         Recommend changes in SOP’s and process-related equipment.

·         Participate in regulatory and process training activities as required and review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliance.

·         Uphold client’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers

·         Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Assist in production areas as needed as directed by shift supervisor or senior operator, and building managers.

·         Communicate production status, problems, and needs to shift supervisor or senior operator.

·         Works with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support as necessary.

·         Supports effective communication with all internal departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

·         This position reports to Shift Supervisor.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA

·         High school diploma or equivalent required.

·         Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.

·         Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred.

·         Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs on occasion, 50 lbs. frequently.

·         Able to stand for up to 12 hours per day.

·         Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet on occasion.

·         Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.

·         Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is prohibited.

·         Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a day. Please refer to the SOP for facial hair guidelines.

Production Operator – Lubbock, TX

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking fulltime Production Operators for split shift work - Monday-Friday 6am - 3pm and 12pm-8pm – MUST HAVE FLEXIBILITY TO WORK EITHER SHIFT AS NEEDED.  This role pays $14 per hour, offers desired overtime and comes with a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K.  This is a full time role with potential for growth and shift changes based on good tenure.

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:

• High School Deploma 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 – Cottage Grove

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: Terre Haute, IN

Shift/Hours: Nights and Weekends

Pay: $16/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:

• High School Deploma 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

Position Summary

The Shipping Clerk is responsible for completing all shipping transactions, and relevant internal and external communication to the customer.

Specific Responsibilities

• Accurately and timely complete tasks assigned by the Shipping Clerical Lead and Shipping Clerical Supervisor.
• Perform modality shipping requirements on a daily basis.
• Respond to urgent requests, and ensure all other orders are processed based on load schedule.
• Coordinate with the Pick, Pack, and Export teams to ensure that customer expectations for shipment deadlines are met.
• Contribute corrective actions to eliminate errors.
• Complete the Shipping Clerical activities including monitoring the Release Queue, putting orders out for pick, updating all relevant websites and databases, coordinating with the customer to ensure load times meet expectation, completing all necessary Oracle transactions, and creating shipping labels as part of the established shipping process.
• Respond to customer escalations and complaints to quickly resolve service issues.
• Maintain tonnage reports and complete the customer process for tracking serialized components.
• Attend daily and weekly conference calls with customer teams to verify shipment schedules
• Responsible for participating in quality audits and complying with all established quality procedures.
• Engage in the relocation process to ensure inventory accuracy is maintained.
• Accomplish inventory counting.
• Document shipping information and complete reports for management.
• Attend facility safety meetings and training sessions.
• Report customer complaints following the established reporting criteria.
• Drive and promote safety program.
• Responsible for following all reporting procedures for near miss, safety incidents, accidents, and employee injuries.
• Participate in the housekeeping program to ensure responsibilities are met on a daily and weekly basis.

Candidate Specifications

Requirements

• 1-2 years of clerical experience, preferably in a warehouse setting
• Ability to sit for long periods of time, bending, pivoting, and lifting up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Commitment to safety as demonstrated through previous work
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend all documents proficiently
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; possess good phone and email etiquette
• Experience working in a team environment
• Willing to work flexible hours and weekends as requited
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive can-do attitude
• Excellent attendance history
• Good organizational skills; ability to multitask
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Internal transitions for this role must demonstrate proficiency following completion of training

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Surface Grinder. In this role you will be responsible for the set up and operation of reciprocating and/or rotary surface grinding machines. You will be able to work with one of Mattison’s more unique grinding machines in that it has both vertical and horizontal grinding heads. You will also be able to take advantage of the latest grinding wheel technology to allow us to hold close tolerances and variable speed spindle drives.

What’s in the job:

• 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.

What does it take: 

• 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.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Position Description:

Please note: Occasional overtime may be required.

The Distribution Center Associate performs tasks associated with the receipt, storage, and shipment of product while meeting Safety, Quality, productivity, behavioral and attendance expectations.  This person effectively and efficiently uses established procedures, tools, equipment, and technologies to complete transactions related to inbound and outbound processes with a distribution center.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely perform assigned warehouse functions utilizing established processes, procedures and tools while meeting performance expectations for productivity, quality, safety and attendance.
• Functions may include, but are not limited to unloading, put-away, sorting, labeling, picking, packing, replenishing, auditing, shipping, making boxes, etc.
• Complies with company policies, guidelines and procedures as well as state and federal regulations. Performs necessary housekeeping duties in order to maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment.
• Actively participates in process improvements by utilizing the company’s Ramps quality system.
• Competitive pay for qualified candidates!

Position Requirements:

Must be able to tolerate an environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust and work around moving equipment. A minimum of 6-12 months warehouse or related experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Able to meet productivity, quality, safety, and attendance requirements. Able to do continuous lifting up to 75 pounds and be able to operate, or learn to operate, warehouse vehicles and material handling equipment. Able to work in a team environment. Must be customer oriented. Possess good attention to ensure accuracy and quality Must have the ability to communicate improvement opportunities as well as concerns within the process Must be self-motivated and performance driven. Clean Driving record required.

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Warehouse Specialist – Oshkosh

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

Location: Milwaukee

Shift/Hours: 3rd shift - Sunday through Thursday - 10 pm to 7 am

Pay: $16/hr

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the timely loading and unloading of all warehoused material while maintaining full compliance with all applicable regulatory and safety laws/policies/procedures in all associated warehouses. This includes the commitment to attain 100% customer satisfaction.  The incumbent of this role will:

• Load and unload warehouse materials in a timely and efficient manner that ensures that all packages are properly marked, labeled, palletized and banded as the case may be
• Prepare shipping and receiving documents in accordance with internal and external customer needs.
• Complete shipping and receiving transactions timely and accurately
• Maintain an adequate supply of all materials necessary to carry out the warehousing functions

• May be required to transport materials via truck between facility warehouses
• Complete forklift and spotting tractor inspections as required and assigned
• Assist in the production areas as needed and assigned
• Communicate and coordinate needs and special requirements related to pickups and deliveries
• Complete special assignments as assigned by management and in the agreed upon time period
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team

Qualifications

• High School Deploma or GED required
• Experience in production and warehouse operations
• Ability to gain a class A CDL with Hazmat endorsements or ability to obtain one
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally AND Able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently on a daily basis