Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Description:  The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Machine Operator to join our team! 

Shift: 1st (6:30am - 3:00pm M-F)

Wage: $22-$25

Plant/Work Location : 809 Philip Drive Waukesha, WI 53186

Department: Composites

About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Machine Operator to join our team.

The Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the Business

Job Summary Machine Operator

As a Machine Operator , you will play a key role in the steps related to the manufacture of thermoset composite materials by operating manufacturing equipment that includes presses, forming, extrusion, pultrusion and/or shape machines. Duties also involve manual work and duties that require the use of various hand tools and secondary/accessory equipment.

Key Responsibilities Machine Operator

• Manufacture molded glass polyester sheets.
• Select and install machine components, such as dies, spacers, shims and/or stops according to specifications.
• Trim/file and de-flash molded sheet edges and perform in process measuring and material inspections.
• Set up tooling, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Clean dies and molds, using scrapers, brushes, scotch pads or air hoses.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing industry with mixing, batching or compounding equipment is preferred.

Work Environment Machine Operator

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
• The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
• Profit Sharing
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Machine Operator position.  

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.