Production Operator

Production Machine OperatorJoin a collaborative, team-oriented manufacturing environment supporting the construction industry. As a General Production Worker, you will play a hands-on role preparing and assembling steel materials used in large-scale construction projects. This position involves operating production machinery, rotating through multiple tasks, and working safely in a fast-paced environment.Job Responsibilities:Prepare, cut, and process steel materials for construction assemblies.Operate production machinery and equipment with provided training.Rotate between various production tasks as needed.Perform assembly and material handling duties.Work with team members to meet production and quality goals.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.Follow all safety and production procedures.Required Skills:Experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly environments preferred.Ability to perform fast-paced and physically demanding work.Experience using hand and power tools.Machine operation and assembly experience.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Preferred Qualifications:Experience operating shears, press machines, and saws.Construction, framing, carpentry, yard work, or site cleanup experience.Mechanical aptitude and ability to read a tape measure.Strong attention to safety and quality standards.Work Environment:Non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility.Hot working conditions during summer months.2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, Friday 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.1st shift training for 1 to 4 weeks.Mandatory overtime and occasional Saturday work required.Shift differential of +$2/hour.Benefits:Union position with excellent benefits.Weekly bonus opportunities up to $10/hour.Monthly safety rewards and prizes.Career advancement opportunities with internal promotions.Stable, long-term employment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, MO.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $32.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Washington, MO.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.