Production Worker

Production WorkerThe position of Production Worker is responsible for performing repetitive workstation, or line assembly operations to mass-produce sheet metal components, or to assemble those components into a completed product. This is done by operating machinery and other related duties as required.$18.00-$25.00 per hour; M-F, 5 a.m.-1:30 p.m.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :Performs assembly-type functions using hand and/or power toolsOperates press brake to form flat sheetsOperates automatic fastening machines and devicesOperates both stationary and moving overhead cranesOperates forklift as required.Other duties may be assigned.QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Experience operating a forklift preferred.1-year general work production/manufacturing experience preferred.Ability to perform assembly type functions using hand and /or power tools.Ability to pass background check and drug screen.High School Diploma or GED.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to write and read routine reports or job orders. Ability to understand job instructions.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Must be able to perform these operations using American units of money, weight, volume and distance.REASONING ABILITY: Ability to interpret, understand, and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.ATTENDANCE DEMANDS: Attendance is required Monday through Friday within normal business hours as established by the supervisor. Employee may be required to work overtime.PHYSICAL DEMANDS : While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently require to use a hand to finger, handle and feel objects and to climb and balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must be able to communicate readily and to talk and hear. Specific visual abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Regularly exposed to vibrationOccasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious placesOccasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shockThe noise level in the work environment is occasionally very loudDISCLAIMER: The preceding job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Hercules Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or other legally protected status.Comprehensive benefits are an important component of an employee's compensation package. Hercules recognizes the contribution of every team member and therefore is pleased to offer a competitive and cost-effective benefits package to support your needs and long-term goals.Hercules provides Basic Life/Basic AD&D and Voluntary Term Life/Voluntary AD&D Insurance, 401 K plan and company match, paid Holidays, paid vacation and sick time, and a Wellness Plan. Hercules is an Employee-owned company and offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).Health Insurance benefits are offered through the Local 359 Sheet Metal Union.QualificationsEducation:Required: High School or General Education Certificate or better.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Hercules Industries