Manufacturing Technician First and Second Shift

Overview

At Grip-Tite Manufacturing we are committed to excellence in manufacturing and production. Our company values innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to quality in everything we do. As we expand, we are seeking dedicated Manufacturing Technicians for both first and second shifts to support our growing operations.

You will play a crucial role in the production, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety are met. This position offers the opportunity to work on either the first shift or second shift, depending on your preference and availability.

All positions are full-time, benefit eligible positions offering generous paid time off, a comprehensive benefits package, retirement matching, and more.

The Manufacturing Technician will apply various machining and/or weld technologies and skills to ensure quality & timely completion of work orders. Grip-Tite will train the right people with sound virtues regardless of prior machining / welding experience.

Grip-Tite Manufacturing Co. offers a challenging environment, competitive benefits, and a culture that promotes growth, along with celebrating success. Here at Grip-Tite we realize that our greatest assets are our employees, and we are committed to developing and promoting our talented and hard-working individuals to support our future leadership needs.

Grip-Tite is over 100 years young, and we are proud to say that all our products are made with American steel right here in the USA.

• Operates various machinery (mix of new and old) used to produce Grip-Tite parts and products.
• Works in a variety of manufacturing cells that utilize saws, drills, welders, plasma cutters, punches, etc.
• May be trained on stamping presses or laser operations.
• May operate a forklift as needed once trained.
• Maintains equipment and work areas. Keeps area(s) clean and free of safety hazards.
• Must be able to fill out required paperwork completely and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must have a positive attitude and ensure and holds oneself accountable to work as one team to ensure Grip-Tite's overall success.

• Manufacturing/Industrial environment exposure preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent or at least 1-year experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety procedures, SOPs, and other instruction manuals.
• Take the initiative to keep all areas clean and safe.
• Follow applicable housekeeping and safety procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. on a consistent basis as needed.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds each, with assistance if needed, at heights from floor level to 4 feet high periodically.
• Provides assistance to others in moving heavier or bulky objects.
• Must wear personal protective equipment - ear plugs, steel toe shoes and protective glasses and other PPE as required in work cell based on a hazard assessment.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments.

High School Diploma

• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching all day with the ability to be mobile throughout required work areas. The employee may frequently lift and/or move items up to 75 lbs.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be expected to work inside a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to changing temperatures (hot, cold, humid), moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, chemicals, and loud noises. The noise level in the work environment can be loud; vibration levels are moderate.

External hiring into this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen and background check.

Grip-Tite Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Grip-Tite Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.