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Production Equip Operator
Job in
Dunkirk, Chautauqua County, New York, 14048, USA
Listed on 2026-06-03
Listing for:
Universal Stainless & Alloy Products
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-03
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Industrial Maintenance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Status:
Full-Time
Union Position - Collective Bargaining Agreement Applies after 720 regular hours worked
Build a Career with Strong Wages, Day-One Benefits & Union Protection
We are seeking safety-focused, dependable individuals to join our union steel manufacturing team. This is a long-term career opportunity offering competitive wages, immediate health insurance, structured on-the-job training, and a negotiated union wage progression each year.
If you're ready to work hard and learn, we will train you.
Compensation
The starting hourly wage range for this position is:
$20 - $22.50 per hour, based on placement within the union wage scale.
Employees progress through a structured wage schedule outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. Pay increases are tied to training completion and job level.
Shift Differentials: available for 2nd and 3rd shift
Additional earnings opportunities include overtime pay in accordance with state law.
Benefits - Effective Day One
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Starting Day One
Paid On-the-Job Training
Structured Wage Progression
Overtime Opportunities
401K
Paid Holidays & Vacation
Career Advancement Opportunities
Position Overview
Production Workers support daily steel manufacturing operations while maintaining high safety and quality standards. This is a physically active role in a heavy industrial environment requiring teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate steel production equipment and machinery safely and efficiently
* Load, unload, and transport steel materials (coils, bars, sheets, structural components)
* Perform quality inspections using measuring devices and tools
* Follow production schedules, work instructions, and safety procedures
* Assist with machine setup, changeovers, and basic preventative maintenance
* Maintain a clean and organized work area
* Work collaboratively with team members and supervisors to meet daily production goals
* Collaborate with all levels on 5S projects throughout the plant
Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED preferred
* Prior manufacturing or industrial experience preferred, but not required
* Willingness to complete company-paid training programs
* Strong work ethic and commitment to workplace safety
* Ability to work assigned shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed
Physical Requirements
* Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
* Stand and move for extended periods
* Work in a loud industrial environment - hot in the summer and cold in the winter
* Wear required PPE at all times
Universal Stainless is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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