Utility Operator II - 1st Shift

Description The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator II to join our team! Shift: First (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F) Hourly Wage: $24+ per hour based on experience Bonus: $1,000 at 30 days of employment Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303 About The Gund Company The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products.

With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Utility Operator II to join our team. Utility Operator Job Summary As a Utility Operator II , you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements.

This includes operating and setting up various CNC and non-CNC production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Utility Operator II Set up and operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery. Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary. Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards. Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience. Experience with saws, shears, or similar equipment. Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.) Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.

Preferred: Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings. Knowledge of GD&T. Work Environment Utility Operator This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust. 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. Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Ongoing training and development programs. Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future. Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company!

Careers: Why Work at Gund | The Gund Company Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Utility Operator II position. EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.