Position Title: Manufacturing Technician

Department: Production

Location: Winterset, IA

Status: Full-Time and Part-Time positions available

Shift: 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. M-R, and OT as required to meet business needs. Monday-Thursday routinely with 3 day weekend so long as production schedule is met.

**Individuals will need to be able to receive training on days during an introductory period before moving to 2nd shift if not a current employee trained on the standard work processes at Grip-Tite.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

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.

WHY GRIP-TITE MANUFACTURING CO.?

Grip-Tite Manufacturing Co. offers a flexible 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 104 years young, and we are proud to say that all our products are made with American steel right here in the USA.

FOCUS:

· 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, paint, etc.

· May be trained on stamping presses or laser operations.

· May operate a forklift as needed. **A valid drivers license in good standing is required to operate a forklift.

· Maintains equipment and work areas. Keeps area clean and free of safety hazards.

· Must be able to fill out required paperwork completely and accurately.

· Must have a positive attitude and holds oneself accountable to work as one team to ensure Grip-Tite's overall success.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, & EXPERIENCE:

· 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.

· Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds each, with assistance if needed, at heights from floor level to 4 feet high.

· Provides assistance to others in moving heavier or bulky objects.

· Must wear personal protective equipment required for cell.

· Maintains a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work assignments.

EDUCATION:

· High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Uphold the Grip-Tite Manufacturing Co. Core Values. Must be Reliable, Safety-Orientated, Quality-Focused, Productive, and have a Positive Attitude.

· Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

· Organized

· Must be able to handle deadlines.

· Must be willing to be trained and various jobs based on the production schedule.

· 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.

COMPENSATION:

· Competitive Hourly Pay - $18.00-$25/hour, based on work experience, specific training, and shift.

· Overtime may be required.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING:

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.