Production Associate

4506 Cline Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312, USA

Posted Friday, January 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM

National Material Processing (NMP) was formed in 1964 and is considered a leader in metals processing and supply-chain management solutions. NMP supports prominent industrial and consumer product manufacturers across a wide variety of industries.

Our steel processing facilities are growing fast, and we are excited to be adding to our production teams!

NMP offers the following:

• Competitive wages including shift differential
• Annual wage increases
• No manufacturing experience required. Train on the job with experienced team members.
• Production bonus opportunities

Job Duties

• Assemble specified number of pieces of finished product as per work order instructions
• Wrap bands, label, and identify items for shipment
• Follow customers specifications for packaging
• Comply with all plant safety rules and guidelines
• General material handling duties including overhead crane and forklift usage
• Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements
• Observe machine operation to detect material defects or machine malfunctions
• Maintain all production and quality related reporting
• Setup and operate a slitter

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is necessary
• 1-3 years in manufacturing industry is preferred. If applicants do not have manufacturing experience, on-the-job training will be offered.
• Previous machine operation, material handling, production or other warehouse related experience is mandatory.
• Basic math, measurement, computer skills, and ability to follow directions.
• NMP employees must be able to repeatedly lift up to 10lbs and occasionally lift up to 30lbs as needed.
• Ability to follow all safety and health regulations
• Prior expereince with picking, packing, operation of machinery, and/or knowledge of pickling and slitting is preferred.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

4506 Cline Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312, USA