PRODUCTION WORKER

We are currently searching for a Production Employee for our Springfield MO Facility. Co-workers in this classification are required to have an entry level knowledge of ordinary manufacturing operations. Essential Job Functions Assist Craftsmen, Fabricators and other Production Workers as required Operates equipment (rolls, shears, brakes, forming equipment, etc.) that is repetitive in nature, requires minimal or routine set up, or set up is performed by someone else Perform routine painting where finish or compliance to specifications are not critical Prepare parts and equipment for shipment by packing, boxing, crating and loading Build, assemble, test and repair Components, Subassemblies and Assemblies, etc. Cuts up scrap using equipment such as shears, manual Plasma cutters, ironworkers, etc. Tack and flat welds (non-ASME) Perform calibration of vessels Grind, deburr, bevel and otherwise prepare edges or surfaces of material Quarter heads and shell Perform all shipping, receiving and warehouse functions Operate trucks under three tons, tractors and fork-trucks Basic computer use limited to locating and issuing parts Proficient in performing various jobs within the scope of standard products, such as, but not limited to, piping, electrical, repair work, fabricating, performing general welding and finishing operations, minor maintenance, painting, and sand blast The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner Perform other duties requiring similar skills and abilities as assigned Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (Competencies) Ability to read a tape measure Basic blueprint reading knowledge Basic math skills Education And Experience HS diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Base Compensation Range: $16.90 - $18.64 per hour Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour Variable Compensation Range: Incentive bonus eligibility up to 12% of gross annual salary base on company performance (as of 2024). Health and Ancillary Benefit Overview: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with low employee premiums Free off-site medical clinic Company paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability 401k - Employer match of up to 4.0% for coworker contributions of 8.0% or more Company covers tuition costs up to $5,250.00 annually, contingent on course completion and grades Paid Time Off and Sick, Family & Parental Paid Time Off Ten (10) Paid Holidays Four-day work weeks, varied shifts, and flexible remote work options depending on position Career progression program for advancement Free in-house welding, grinding & machine operation school In-house training program WORK ENVIRONMENT: Exposure to conditions, such as: dust, fumes, noise and high-degree varying seasonal temperatures. Machinery with energy sources including electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, or other energy. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, handle, grasp or feel; reach with hands and arms climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Additional effort requirements consist of, but are not limited to, lifting, pushing and pulling material, stairs, and ladders. When there is an occasion to move heavy material greater than 50 pounds, the operator will request assistance from another operator, or utilize provided lifting equipment. Applicants for Paul Mueller Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Paul Mueller Company is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran #J-18808-Ljbffr