Current Light Industrial Job Openings

Our client, a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions, has opened a brand-new plant in Cottage Grove, MN and they are looking to hire a 3^rd shift Production Worker. We are seeking a reliable individual that has great communication skills, a strong work ethic and the ability to multi-task. The right candidate will have an eagerness to learn new skills over the 8-12 week paid training program.

Pay: $16.00 per hour ($15.50 base + $.50 shift differential) plus full benefits package including life, medical, dental, 401(k) and more!!

Shift Hours: Monday through Friday from Midnight to 8:00AM. (Training will be on 1st shift which is Monday – Friday from 8:00AM – 4:00PM or 2nd shift which runs Monday – Friday 4:00PM to Midnight for approximately 60 to 90 days.)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• You will spend the first 8-12 weeks in a paid training program learning how operate all the components of the production machines.
• Training will take place on either 1^st or 2^nd shift and once you have completed the program you will be moved to 3^rd shift.
• Help set up and run different zones of the Corrugating Machine.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Communicate effectively with other team members, shift managers, Plant Manager and General Manager before, during and after each shift. Update team members on production goals.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL

• No experience required! Will train from the ground up but must be willing to learn new skills.
• Outgoing personality with the willingness to help others
• Leadership skills greatly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must enjoy a fast-paced environment with moving targets and changing priorities
• Flexibility in scheduling with weekend work as needed.
• Must be reliable and show up every day on time and ready to learn.
• Must have a reliable car to get to and from work every day. This position is not on the bus line.
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Job Description

Do you want to be a part of making the finest industrial knives and hardened wear products, working with highly trained employees, with the finest metal working equipment available, and with the best steels and tooling available? Come join our team where we offer all those and an air conditioned world class facility.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Operator/Programmer. In this role you will be responsible for full operation and programming of our Vertical Machining Centers.  Machining tool steel is not as predictable as machining aluminum and if you are the type of machinist that can make programming changes "on the fly" this is the position for you.

What’s in the job:

• Set up and operate CNC machines or machining centers to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, turning, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic workpieces.
• First piece and in process inspections of parts produced.
• Work from operational data to define and code tooling, fixturing, and machine arrangements.
• Recommend tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in developing practical programming for new and unusual machining requirements.

What does it take:

• HSD/GED; or 5-7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have extensive experience with programming on Fanuc and Mori Seiki controls.
• Previous experience with Master Cam software
• Must be able to read blueprints at a level equivalent to the MATC Blueprint Reading class.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Facilities Manager - Incineration

Our client, a leader across a range of increasingly complex and highly regulated arenas, including compliance and sustainability waste services, brand protection solutions, and customer contact solutions, is seeking a Facility Manager to manage all operations in Springhill, Louisiana. Qualified candidates will have a strong track record managing a team and well versed in complex industrial process environments that are highly regulated regarding air emissions (Title V), USEPA, State Regulatory requirements and Safety (OSHA). The Springhill facility is a non-hazardous regulated waste thermal destruction facility, which must comply with the most stringent emissions standards for any waste combustion treatment system in North America. The facility process generates part of its own internal power, “waste-to-energy”, so experience in this area is considered a bonus. 

This is a direct hire role with a 100K+ salary, bonus program and a complete benefits program including medical, dental, visions, PTO and 401-K.

The incumbent of this role will:

• Take responsibility for overall operations and financial results of the Hospital, Medical, and Infectious Waste Incinerator (HMIWI) facility.
• Collaboratively work with Sales, Customer Service, Accounting, Transportation, Safety, and Environmental Compliance ensuring that all safety, regulatory, and customer issues affecting each location are promptly addressed.
• Meet or exceed facility goals as it pertains to Environmental Safety and Health (ES&H), Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Growth, Budget Control, Customer Service, and Continuous Improvement.
• Select, train, and develop an effective and efficient team of managers, supervisors, and plant workers.
• Reviews regulatory documentation (i.e., permit required performance testing, RATA testing, State required Electronic Data Reports, training records, etc.).
• Utilize thorough knowledge and understanding of permit requirements, CEMS rules, EPA, OSHA, DOT, and ensures all locations have processes and controls implemented to ensure 100% compliance.
• Utilize detailed understanding of all DOT regulations, including VCR (Vehicle Condition Report) review and filing, and maintenance of HOS (Hours of Service) Logs and collaborates with Transportation and Logistics teams to assure compliance. 
• Complete all financial forecasting, payroll registers, expense reports and all necessary paperwork to assure compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive management experience in logistics and plant operations environment
• Bachelor’s degree in management or environmental related field  
• 2+ years experience managing a budget as well as strong knowledge of budgetary processes, P&L statements, asset management, and project management.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.  
• Experience and understanding of a variety of industry technology and machinery such as:
• Waste heat recovery, waste heat boilers, heat exchangers, steam turbines/generators and/or high-speed rotating process equipment.
• Mass burn facilities and the production of electrical energy via steam turbine.
• High temperature processing equipment such as controlled air fixed hearth, reciprocating hearth or rotary kiln incinerators, and air pollution control equipment, such as fabric filter houses, and wet scrubbers.
• High temp refractory of various types, digital and analog process controllers (PLC), thermocouples, pH control systems, conductivity control systems, water and chemical feed systems such as various types of pumps and valves, high temp gas flow control systems, such as forced and inducted draft fans, dampers, CEM systems, and emergency power backup systems.
• PID loop tuning and sequential processing and high temperature processing using all types of refractory materials.

1^st shift Industrial Sewers needed! On the job training offered to those looking to start a career in industrial sewing. Candidates will be responsible for sewing operations in the manufacturing of industrial curtains or partitions.

Essential Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
• Position items under needles, using guides or measuring devices.
• Replace spools of thread, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
• Match vinyl pieces in correct sequences prior to sewing them, and verify that dye lots and patterns match.
• Guide curtain or partitions parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together.
• Start and operate industrial sewing machines, such as single or double needle machines, to automatically join, reinforce the vinyl material.
• Record quantities of materials processed.
• Inspect curtains and partitions, and examine repair tags and markings to locate defects or damage, and mark errors as necessary.
• Operating various grommet machines
• Select supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to job requirements.
• Adjust machine guides according to specifications.
• Cut excess material and thread from finished products.
• Fold curtains or partitions to specifications.
• Perform equipment maintenance tasks such as replacing needles, or cleaning and oiling sewing machines.
• Examine and measure finished articles to verify conformance to standards, using rulers and tape measures.
• Turn knobs, screws, and dials to adjust settings of machines, according to product type and equipment performance.
• Repair or alter items by adding replacement parts or missing stitches.
• Perform other jobs in the sewing and assembly areas as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by leads or management.
• Push & pull up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic ability to read, write and understand English.
• Basic ability to read/use a ruler and tape measure, add/subtract and calculate fractions.

WORKER ATTRIBUTES

• Basic mathematical skills
• Good organizational skills and detail orientation
• Good eye/hand coordination

All candidates will be required to take a sewing test during the interview process 

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Machine Operator

Our client, a worldwide manufacturer of specialized tools, located in New Berlin WI, is looking for 2^nd and 3^rd shift Machine Operators.  This role is responsible for the set up and operation of machines to produce cemented carbide drill bits and specialty tools.  These machines create cubic boron nitride (CBN) and sintered diamond cutting tools for laser processing machines and diamond cutting machinery.  These roles include: 

• Hourly Pay range from $13-$22 based on experience.
• Contract for Hire
• Excellent benefits, scheduled reviews and pay increases.
• 2^nd Shift: 2pm – 10pm Monday – Friday
• 3^rd Shift: 10pm – 6am, Sunday - Thursday

The key to this role is past experience with machine set up, adjustment, and initiation of jobs.  The incumbent of this role will:

• Determine sequence of operations by studying blueprints, specifications and work orders.
• Perform Machine Set up and Operation by adjusting machines according to work orders.
• Determine reference points, machine cutting paths, set and adjust speed, feed and perform other controls.
• Perform routine maintenance of CNC Machines.
• Determine accuracy of machine operations.
• Maintain work piece quality by observing machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction - take correction action as necessary.
• Measure work piece dimensions with measuring instruments to determine accuracy of machine operation.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of Machine Operation experience (Walter Machines preferred).
• Experience in Machine Set-Up Operations.
• Experience performing routine Machine Maintenance
• Ability to read blue prints and use Calipers and Micrometers
• Be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Be able to lift, carry push, pull or move objects of at least 10 pounds.
• Work assigned 2^ndor 3^rd shift with the ability to train on 1^st
• Have reliable transportation, excellent work ethic and attendance.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Manufacturing Specialist

Educated Solutions Corp. (ESC) a Wisconsin based staffing firm has partnered with CNR, a custom injection molder located in Jackson, WI and will be growing their team based on their rapid growth. ESC/CNR is looking to add to their Production team at a BRAND-NEW facility. You will not find a cleaner, and more organized environment! Besides having the perks of working within a brand-new facility, you will have the opportunity to cross train in the packaging & shipping, operation, and quality departments. No previous experience is required, and OPPORTUNITY is right within your grasp. This is a 1^st shift opportunity with flexible start and end times centered around 7am – 4:30pm. We are looking to make hires for our team as soon as possible!

HERE IS HOW IT WORKS

• You will start this opportunity at a pay rate of $12 - $13/hr based on experience.
• After a successful 90 days you will receive AT LEAST a $.50/hr raise
• Once you’ve completed 90 days, you will be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits including 2-weeks of PTO.
• Upon learning all cross-training facets, you will be eligible for performance-based pay increases throughout your employment which could total up to $16+ per hour inside of 12 months.

Qualifications

• Desire to contribute to all facets of production including cross training on various machines, assisting with quality control, and packaging products for shipments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment – Consistent performance will be rewarded.
• Compliance with company safety policies and guidelines – No extra safety equipment is required.
• Provide excellent attendance for an opportunity to rapidly grow within our company.
• Desire to build a long-term career.

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, this position is responsible for preparing materials for shipment and verifying and entering receipt of all incoming shipments. Also maintains cleanliness of warehouse and spooling of wire. Education/Experience: • High School Diploma or GED • Related experience or training Marginal Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintains cleanliness of warehouse and Shipping and Receiving Department. • Operates the forklift truck occasionally when pulling, loading, or moving merchandise • delivers or picks-up parts from vendor or customers • Must be able to lift 50lbs

JD

Are you mechanically inclined and looking to jumpstart a successful career with a growing and reputable manufacturing company? If so we are currently have an immediate need for Mechanical Assemblers in the Waukesha area!

SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, the Mechanical Assembler I performs simple to moderate operations in the assembly and disassembly of mechanical components and subassemblies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use common hand tools, power tools and machinery in the production of simple to moderate assemblies.
• Required to work with a variety of materials: steel, sheet metal, aluminum, brass, solvents, oils and abrasives
• Identify and kit parts necessary for assembly.
• Understand and work with Manufacturing Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education – High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Good Math. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

JOB RELATED INFORMATION

Steel toe boots required

Our client, a major manufacturer for athletic equipment used by the NFL, NBA, and NHL is seeking new additions for their Mechanical Assembly team! This role is based at their brand new facility in Waukesha, and these opportunities will fill up fast!  Along with this role is a competitive starting pay, and multiple shifts available: 1st (6am-2:30pm) Mid (9am - 5:30pm) and 2nd (Noon - 8:30pm). Please apply to schedule an interview this week!

Job Functions

• Use common hand tools, power tools and machinery in the building of custom ordered training equipment
• Required to work with a variety of materials: steel, rubber, aluminum, brass, and electrical wiring components
• Cross train to learn all facets of our production facility
• Identify and apply correct parts or materials regarding the custom order
• Understand and comprehend blue prints, schematics, and work manuals
• Monitor quality control through finalizing and testing finished products

Job Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, construction, assembly role
• 1+ years of experience working with hand and power tools
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Passion to work in a hands-on environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Perks

• Operate in a newly developed, organized, and clean production facility
• Working for a company that is partnered with some of the biggest revenue generating organizations in the world
• Fully stocked, and brand new, employee café

Soccer field for employees to get some fresh air on lunch breaks

Production Operator – Terre Haute, IN

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a Production Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including a pension, medical, dental, vision, 401k and tuition reimbursement.  This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Terre Haute, IN

Shift/Hours: 

• 2^nd shift (2pm – 10:30pm)

Note: Transfers to other shifts are possible once training commences (based on availability)

Pay: $17/hr

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)

• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards

• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Must be able to work in an un-cooled warehouse facility  
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Production Supervisor – Cottage Grove, MN

Our client, a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions just opened operations in Cottage Grove, MN. In partnership with ESC, we are seeking to hire a Production Supervisor. The right candidate will have experience managing a team within the corrugating or paper industry. This is a direct hire role that includes a strong starting salary, benefits and PTO.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the performance of production employees
• Responsible to provide direct leadership and supervision to the employees on shift and to set an example for all employees of the plant.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to ensure employee development.
• Monitor and manage raw materials, inventories, and production schedules.
• Maintain shift coverage schedule of Production Employees, including vacation management, and communicate to employees when they are required to work.
• Identify incidents/accidents/near misses and communicate through submittal of incident investigation form.
• Address corrective action as identified.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to all corporate policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Follow-up on all production activities.
• Responsible to ensure that all employees follow the product specific SOP’s
• Maintain clean and organized production, site and office area.
• Guide employee performance and development using daily communication and annual performance evaluations.
• Utilize progressive discipline as required to enforce company policy.

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate with maintenance department to ensure that all repairs are made timely and that the necessary preventive maintenance is performed as necessary to keep plant operational.
• Continuously evaluate, recommend, and implement improvements to the plant processes and facilities working closely with the Plant Manager and General Manager.
• Works with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Corrugating experience STRONGLY preferred.
• 3+ years of experience managing a team in a Production/Manufacturing environment.
• Must have excellent supervisory and leadership skills in an organic manufacturing environment.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station: (1st Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is opening a brand-new manufacturing plant and is looking to fill a 1st Shift Sheet Line Operator role. They are a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions and are seeking individuals who are interested in learning new skills and growing a long-term career. These will all be direct hire roles with benefits and PTO.

We are seeking candidates for FIRST SHIFT (8AM-5PM) machine operator roles, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening a new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

We are seeking employees who can begin this month, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks in Cottage Grove, MN. Pay for this initial role is $15.50 per hour. You will be guaranteed 40 hours every week and training is 100% paid.  Once you complete the initial training program, additional training will be provided, and skills will be gained to operate in a variety of production roles.  Each advanced role, once successfully mastered, comes with pay increase steps ($.50/hour) that delivers $19+ per hour within a 2-year career path.  The initial role is a contract-to-hire role that will deliver a complete benefits package (including 401-k) once you are hired on permanently. All candidates must be able to pass a drug screen before they are hired.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station Job Responsibilities:

• Follow all accepted company safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean machine and Work Area.
• Be able to read the dry end run schedule
• Prep Units with dunnage, according to customer specifications so that the units will not be damaged by banding.
• Ensure that unit count is correct, and units are properly tagged.
• Ensure that Unitization is correct according to default parameters or Customer request.
• Respond to the bander when there are issues.
• Keep dunnage area clean, neat and stocked

Tagging Station Primary Job

• Print correct tag with correct count for unit at the Dressing Station.
• Place Top and bottom dunnage on the unit as required by Default standards or the customer request.
• Inform Control Room Operator of Overrun, Underrun or scrapped sheets/units.
• Check quality of units on the Dressing Station by quick visual inspection.
• Ensure Unitization is correct and matches tag.
• Be able to change labels in tag printer.
• Clean banders, clear minor jams, and replace/rethread strapping when roll runs out.
• Read Dry end schedule and confirm correct quantities are manufactured.
• Setup bander/unit for cross banding when necessary.
• Operate all Sheet line controls.
• Operate all Bander Controls
• Operate all Stacker Controls
• When the machine stops because of a Dry End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is, clear 1^st Hand should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist to get the machine running as quickly and as safely possible.

Secondary Function

• The Dry End will always work as a team. Operators are expected to help each other out when issues arise, examples are:
  1. Kick outs and stacker issues
  2. Short Cutoffs and load building
  3. When the machine shuts down because of Dry End jam, (certain operators will be required to go to the Wet End to assist during Wet End stops).
  4. Ensuring that good quality board is being run.
• If the bander goes down, the operators are expected to move up and fill the position of the operator working on the bander.
• All team members are responsible for items in the rework area
• When the machine stops for a Wet End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is clear 1^st Hand will restock their area and make sure the bander is clean and ready for operation.  After their area, has been “set up for success” if the machine is still down they should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist as instructed by the Control Room Operator.

Weekly Preventative Maintenance

• Clean the printers and counters
• Clean the banders. Bander heads will be blown out and frame wiped down.  Grease shall be removed from outside of machine and inside frames using paper towels, Degreaser (Simple Green) and/or Windex.  If substantial buildup exists, the Dry-Ice blaster shall be used to clean hard to reach areas.  All Paper towels, dust and debris shall be swept up and deposited in a trash receptacle which will be dumped in the trash compactor.  All tools and cleaning supplies will be returned to their proper place upon completion of cleaning operation.
• Restock the dunnage area
• Clean and sweep area and dispose of any scrap
• Clear, clean and sweep rework area.
• Blow down and clean on and under stacker.
• Assist 2^nd Hand in cleaning under belts and decking.
• Because there are two 1^st hands, the duties will be split and one operator may be assigned other duties.

Qualifications

• Must truly be seeking a career and not just a job.
• Desire and possess the ability to learn new skills
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment with changing temperatures (the Plant could be 85 degrees on hot days during the summer and 65 degrees in the Winter)
• Comfortable in a physical role and able to stand, walk, bend, twist and lift up to 50+lbs consistently for 10+ hour shifts.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Enjoys working within a team setting

SHIPPING SPECIALIST

Our client, a manufacturer of commercial roof edge and ventilation systems is seeking a Shipping Specialist to join their team.  Qualified candidates in this role would be required to perform all activities required within the Shipping Cell to package all types of components and assemble customer orders for shipment.  These tasks include, but are not limited to packing boxes, building skid loads, and material handling.  All work is to be performed safely, efficiently, and within established quality and procedural standards.   Shipping Cell employees can expect to be reassigned to other cells frequently in response to fluctuations in customer demand.  In addition to daily production duties, participation in continuous improvement activities will be expected. This role is located close to the freeway in Waukesha.

• Weekend shift: 5am-5pm, Fri-Sun (**if you work 12 complete hours each day, you will receive 4 free hours to make 40 hours of pay)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned

• Read and understand sales orders, production orders, and drawings
• Package and protect products according to approved methods and quality specifications
• Accurately complete packing lists
• Material handling to include forklift movement and loading/ unloading trucks
• Accurately update production control system as orders are completed
• Observe plant safety requirements and advise management on safety concerns
• Maintain work area to established 5S standard
• Serve as helper in any other cell or any other additional duties as required by management
• Attend and participate in cell meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong math skills and measurement skills
• Flexible team player with a solid work ethic and attendance record
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to allow effective communication with employees at all organizational levels
• Strong attention to detail
• Resourceful problem-solver who works well independently
• Forklift experience required

Surface Grinder  

We are seeking both experienced and entry level Surface Grinders. We desire experience but will train individuals who seek a long term career.  This role pays $26-$33 per hour for experienced grinders, while an entry level candidate begins training at $15-$17 per hour and will see increases as skills are gained.  This role is located in Greendale, WI and maintains both 1^st shift (7am-3:30pm) and 2^nd shift (3:30pm-Midnight) opportunities.  This is a full time role with an excellent benefit plan.

In this role you will be responsible for the set up and operation of reciprocating and/or rotary surface grinding machines. You will be trained to work with a Mattison grinding machine that has both vertical and horizontal grinding heads (very unique in this industry). You will also be able to take advantage of the latest grinding wheel technology which allows close tolerances and variable speed spindle drives.

In this role you will:

• Set up, adjust and operate a surface grinder to achieve required finish to flat surfaces having several related dimensions.
• Set up using blocking, aligning, and securing of irregular shaped work pieces, use magnetic chuck and/or sine plate where applicable.
• Dress and change wheels for various finish requirements, radius, and/or angles.
• Assist in development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for the Experienced Surface Grinder:

• HSD/GED; or 5-7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive knowledge on operation of Mattison (reciprocating) style surface grinders.
• Knowledge on operation of Blanchard (rotary) style surface grinders a plus.
• Knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square required.
• General knowledge of manual machine operations required.
• Experienced using and interpreting inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Must be able to read blueprints at a level equivalent to the MATC Blueprint Reading class.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications for the Entry-Level Surface Grinder:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Stable work history
• Some experience – small scale – of grinding or smoothing (knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square are a big plus).
• General knowledge of manual machine operations.
• Ability to learn and use inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Our Pewaukee-based client is in need of a Distribution Center employee for an immediate opportunity. The incumbent in the role will pick and package small parts and ship materials via UPS or Speedy. Additionally, he/she will load/unload trucks using a forklift.

Qualified candidates will have the following skills:

• Experience operating a forklift and loading/unloading materials
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must have forklift experience
• High energy, with excellent attention to detail
• Experience using UPS or other shipping methods preferred