Production Associate - 1st Shift (6AM - 2PM)

Essential Job Responsibilities Work directly on the floor alongside the roll‑forming and finalization teams, helping keep machines running, materials moving, and production flowing. Assist with coil/material changeovers, pack and move finished products, and jump in to rework or repack parts so customer orders stay accurate and on schedule. Inspect parts using visual checks or gauges, handle basic setup or troubleshooting tasks, and maintain precise counts of everything you process. Stay adaptable by helping in other production areas when needed. Always follow EHS standards and take responsibility for product quality—including stopping production if something isn't right. Be ready to take on additional duties that help strengthen the overall performance of your team and the department. Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus. Required Skills and Abilities Able to read and interpret documents i.e. safety rules, work instructions, prints, and control plans. Ability to use various measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, pin gauges, and other hand tools. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Must work effectively in a team. Must have excellent attention to detail. Physical Requirements The noise level in the work environment is usually loud; hearing protection is provided and required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, coolant, or airborne particles and will work near moving mechanical parts. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly. Ability to perform excessive walking, standing, bending, climbing, reaching, grasping, and lifting. Ability to visually inspect parts and use of hands to use measuring gauges. Ability to run machines and equipment safely and efficiently. What We Offer You Benefits for You and Your Family Medical Insurance plan options. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life, Disability, and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Additional Critical Illness and Accident Insurance 401K + Company Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Exercise Facility Reimbursement Learning and Development With our long history, there are many resources for development and growth including structured training pathways, emphasis on cross-training, continuous improvement initiatives, and other opportunities for employees to engage with the organization. Diverse and Inclusive Culture We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too. We believe a diverse workforce is a key driver of success for our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants of Welser Profile are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or any other protected characteristic. Production Associate - 1st Shift (6AM - 2PM) 615 Liverpool Dr, Valley City, OH 44280 Essential Job Responsibilities Work directly on the floor alongside the roll‑forming and finalization teams, helping keep machines running, materials moving, and production flowing. Assist with coil/material changeovers, pack and move finished products, and jump in to rework or repack parts so customer orders stay accurate and on schedule. Inspect parts using visual checks or gauges, handle basic setup or troubleshooting tasks, and maintain precise counts of everything you process. Stay adaptable by helping in other production areas when needed. Always follow EHS standards and take responsibility for product quality—including stopping production if something isn't right. Be ready to take on additional duties that help strengthen the overall performance of your team and the department. Education and Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Prior manufacturing experience is a plus. Required Skills and Abilities Able to read and interpret documents i.e. safety rules, work instructions, prints, and control plans. Ability to use various measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, pin gauges, and other hand tools. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Must work effectively in a team. Must have excellent attention to detail. Physical Requirements The noise level in the work environment is usually loud; hearing protection is provided and required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, coolant, or airborne particles and will work near moving mechanical parts. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly. Ability to perform excessive walking, standing, bending, climbing, reaching, grasping, and lifting. Ability to visually inspect parts and use of hands to use measuring gauges. Ability to run machines and equipment safely and efficiently. What We Offer You Benefits for You and Your Family Medical Insurance plan options. Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life, Disability, and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Additional Critical Illness and Accident Insurance 401K + Company Match Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Exercise Facility Reimbursement Learning and Development With our long history, there are many resources for development and growth including structured training pathways, emphasis on cross-training, continuous improvement initiatives, and other opportunities for employees to engage with the organization. Diverse and Inclusive Culture We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too. We believe a diverse workforce is a key driver of success for our business. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants of Welser Profile are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or any other protected characteristic.