Production Support Specilaist

Location: Sullivan

Job Title:

Production Support Specialist Department:
Production

Reports To:

Lead Operator

Location:

Sullivan, ILThis is a manufacturing position and will work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Position Summary:

We are seeking reliable and motivated Production Support Specialists to joinour team at our manufacturing facility, which specializes in producing conduit forunderground fiber optic cable. This is an entry-level position that plays a vital rolein ensuring smooth production operations and the efficient handling of materials and equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Retrieve empty reels from the laydown yard and return them for reuse in the production process.

Transport completed reels from the production floor to the appropriate location in the laydown yard using a forklift.

Load completed reels onto trucks for delivery and ensure all loads are secureand properly positioned.

Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laydown yard to supportefficient logistics and inventory management.

Assist machine operators with production tasks, including reel changes andchangeovers.

Support a safe and clean work environment by following housekeeping procedures and safety protocols.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

Physical Requirements:

Lift and carry up to 75 pounds independently on an occasional basis.

Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Work with heavier materials and equipment with assistance from another employee or mechanical lifting equipment when required.

Push, pull, move, and position cable, conduit, tools, equipment, and materials.

Stand and walk for extended periods, including up to 8–10 hours during a workday.

Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and work in awkward positions.

Enter and exit trucks and equipment, and work around utility structures.

Work with hands and arms above shoulder level for extended periods.

Use hand tools and power tools requiring repetitive gripping, grasping, and manual dexterity.

Walk over uneven, muddy, rocky, or rough terrain.

Schedule Full-time position, 40 hours per week with overtime opportunities

Shift Schedule Available:2nd

Shift: 3pm-11pm Monday-Friday3rd

Shift: 11pm-7am Sunday-Friday Compensation & Benefits $17-$19/hr with a $0.50 shift differential.
401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

Physical Requirements:

Lift and carry up to 75 pounds independently on an occasional basis.

Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Work with heavier materials and equipment with assistance from another employee or mechanical lifting equipment when required.

Push, pull, move, and position cable, conduit, tools, equipment, and materials.

Stand and walk for extended periods, including up to 8–10 hours during a workday.

Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and work in awkward positions.

Enter and exit trucks and equipment, and work around utility structures.

Work with hands and arms above shoulder level for extended periods.

Use hand tools and power tools requiring repetitive gripping, grasping, and manual dexterity.

Walk over uneven, muddy, rocky, or rough terrain.