7 Manufacturing jobs in Granger

Manufacturing Technician | Utilimaster | Bristol, IN (Main)

Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $0.00 - 0.00

What you'll do:

SUMMARY:
The Manufacturing Technician will support production operations and manufacturing engineers by directly interfacing with team members and fielding questions, will heavily contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This role requires strong electrical knowledge, hands-on problem-solving skills, and a proactive, data orientated mindset.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflect the essential functions for this position but do not restrict the tasks that may be assigned based upon changing business conditions:

• Guide complex component fabrication or rework based on technical specifications
• Review technical documentation (design info, BOM specs, process sheets, technical publications) and provide guidance to engineering and manufacturing
• Work with production associates and manufacturing engineers to resolve manufacturing issues and implement continuous improvement projects
• Create and modify fabrication process sheets and drawings
• Manage CAD models, flat patterns, and nests for fabricated components
• Assist manufacturing engineering in data collection activities such as time studies and cycle time studies
• Modify plant layout drawings in planning for new production lines or changes in production location
• Able to write clear and effective work instructions
• Apply electrical knowledge of automotive 12-volt systems and circuits
• Install various automotive electrical components fluently and accurately
• Demonstrate understanding of industry-wide quality standards for electrical systems
• Use fixture tools effectively in manufacturing and assembly processes
• Exhibit strong on-the-spot problem-solving skills
• Be a self-starter with high motivation and initiative
• Understand and apply lean manufacturing principles

What you need to be successful:

QUALIFICATIONS:
• HS Diplomas or GED required, Associates degree preferred
• Minimum 2-3 years hands on manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of/ability to acquire a thorough understanding of customer expectations and regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCad, and Microsoft Excel a plus
• Understanding of basic manufacturing and fabrication processes and materials
• Able to assist engineering with troubleshooting of manufacturing and assembly processes
• Perform as manufacturing engineering assistant as needed
• Capable of developing standardized work instructions for manufacturing
• Desire to grow current skill set and expand capabilities
• Excellent attendance
• Positive attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to read relevant measuring equipment
• Provide appropriate feedback and documentation
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Team oriented
• Able to:
o Work overtime on short notice

Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members' unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective

The Manufacturing Utility is responsible for making sure our parts boxes, skids, racks, and any other picked material be staged in a timely manner. Once the material is staged to an appropriate location(s) it is signed off by a team leader. They also are responsible for organization of the staging area and the return of empty dunnage.

Essential Functions

1. Employees must be able to operate a forklift confidently, efficiently, and safely.
2. There is a minimum lifting requirement of 25 - 50 Lbs.
3. Must be team oriented and able to work well with others.
4. Must be able to switch from task to task efficiently and effectively.
5. Must be able to have some knowledge of staging areas at the warehouse and plants.
6. Must have organizational skills to keep, maintain, and/or update material delivery log.

Competencies

1. Must be able to work as a part of a team to achieve the company's overall goals.
2. Must demonstrate clear verbal and written communication skills (English).
3. Must be able to read and process written communication including, but not limited to, production schedule, RPO pick paperwork on dunnage, and material delivery log.
4. Must be able to meet production goals and time deadlines.
5. Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
6. Must be able to operate various lift trucks as needed.
7. Must be able to operate appropriate equipment including radios, hitching process, loading material on to trailers safely
8. Must be highly organized.
9. Must possess successful problem-solving skills.
10. Must be able to exhibit tact and diplomacy and maintain professional relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, customers, etc.
11. Must be able to work under physically and mentally stressful situations.
12. Must be able to deal with climate extremes (temperature, precipitation, etc.)
13. Must be able to prioritize and easily adapt to changes through the day.
14. Must be able to read and understand daily schedules.
15. Responsible for the forklift housekeeping and daily forklift inspection.
16. Responsible for the housekeeping on the pad, keeping all debris picked up, dunnage from production organized for disposition.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Physical Demands

While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active - while performing this job the employee is regularly standing walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, handling, and climbing all day. The employee may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations considered for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee works around moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment, and conveyer roller lines. The employee will work in outside weather conditions in all seasons. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

In addition, the employee may be exposed to dust, fumes, gases, noise, heat, cold, and wet work while performing job duties.

This position requires Personal Protective Equipment such as work gloves, safety glasses, ear plugs, cut resistant sleeves, and seasonal gear which will be provided.

Additional items required but not included are steel toed shoes or boots with metatarsal guards.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position, and hours of work and days are based upon the need to support operations and production. Some Saturdays will be mandatory.

Travel

There is no travel required for this position.

Required Education and Experience

1. High school degree or GED (not necessary).
2. Ability to write simple correspondence.
3. LCI Forklift License Required (Offered once hired).

Preferred Education and Experience

1. 1-3 months related work experience and/or training.
2. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos preferred.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

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Job Description

Job description

2nd Shift --- $19.00 to $1.00 Per Hour Base Rate

M A P is a privately held corporation established in 1973 and is a leading tier one Automotive and Architectural supplier. M A P offers valuable assistance in development, prototyping, testing, and part design. We are searching for Manufacturing Operators at our Granger, IN location.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate machinery and work in a safe manner
• Cut fiberglass and associated material into appropriate patterns
• Lift and position fiberglass on feeder board prior to automatic press
• Operate controls
• Move finished product to high pressure water jet for final preparation
• Inspect all materials and finished parts for quality variances
• Perform daily "5-S" responsibilities
• Complete all assigned duties
• Punctual attendance

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Molded Acoustical Products of Easton Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this Web site or directly to managers. M A P of Easton Inc. does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. M A P of Easton Inc. will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with M A P of Easton Inc.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 19.00 - 21.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
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