Utility Operator - 1st Shift; Panel Saw
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line
Utility Operator
The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator to join our team!
Shift: First (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F) Hourly Wage: $21 - $24 per hour based on experience Plant/
Work Location:
10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Utility Operator to join our team.
Utility OperatorJob Summary
As a Utility Operator, you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating and setting up various production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities Utility Operator- Operate production equipment such as panel saws and sanders.
- Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
- Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
- Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
- Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.
Work Environment Utility Operator
- This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
- The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
- 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Ongoing training and development programs.
Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future. Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company! Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Utility Operator position. It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.
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