Production Operator

Benefits: 11 Paid Holidays, Paid On the Job Training, 401(k), Bonus based on performance, Company parties, Free uniforms, Paid time off, Parental leave, Training & development

Production Operator

Production Manager

Non-Exempt

Production (1st Shift)

Putnam, CT

At John M. Dean Co. we make products most people take for granted. With products like miniature drive shafts, dowel pins, hand tools, sports accessories, and even antique phonograph needles, we’re a manufacturer of a diverse range of wire based products that keep the world moving. Since 1898 J.M. Dean has been serving industries like textiles, military/defense, hobbyists, agriculture, and much more.

We are one of the largest pointed wire and pin manufacturers in North America. Located in the quiet corner of Connecticut, our Putnam facility has over 27,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space.

We’re growing and looking for the right candidate to join our dedicated team. The ideal person will need to be self-driven, always looking for ways to pitch in and help move business forward. A person new to industry and looking to learn many new skills, but who is also capable of self-learning would be a great fit!

If you're a mechanically inclined individual who likes making things and love the satisfaction of producing quality workmanship, this is the job for you. This is a unique position you won't find anywhere else. Our talented machine operators are hopeful we can find the new wave of professionals to pass on their knowledge to. Are you the right person for this?

Joining our team means joining our family. Come be part of our history, but more importantly our future. See more of what we do by visiting us online @

Includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Must be a motivated and energetic person eager to learn.
IF YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO STAY OFF YOUR CELL PHONE AND LEARN A NEW SKILL, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.

The Production Operator is tasked with operating John M. Dean Co. process equipment to enable the forming of raw wire into a finished product for our customers. This equipment includes (but is not limited to) straightening and cutting machinery, grinding equipment, mechanical presses, final cut machines, bending fixtures, heat treating furnaces and tempering ovens, barrel tumblers (wet and dry process), sorting fixtures, assembly fixtures, hand trucks, media separators, hoists, and other equipment to support the flow of product through the metal finishing process.

A variety of hand tools may be used during a normal shift, such as transfer shovels, brooms, pick tools, screwdrivers, wrenches, and other miscellaneous tools to support the uptime of machinery and to promote a clean working environment.

• Read and understand job routers/travelers and instructions for the purpose of completing jobs.
• Operate various equipment as listed in the summary.
• Use material handling equipment such as hand trucks and media trucks to move product within the facility.
• Perform preventive maintenance for manufacturing equipment and related facilities. This includes:
  • Lubricating gearboxes, bearings, and pinion gear sets periodically.
  • Cleaning of dust/debris from the equipment and work area daily.
  • Visual inspection of equipment prior to and during operation.
• Monitor operation of equipment and make recommendations for reactive maintenance to the Production Manager.
• Utilize measurement equipment such as micrometer, caliper, and 6" scale.
• Ensure all product is manufactured per the documented requirements.

• 1+ year(s) experience in a manufacturing environment as an equipment operator or other mechanical discipline.
• Previous machining experience is not required but is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand/interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and customer related documents such as instructions on job routers, prints, production records, and customer prints.
• Must be able to use a caliper, micrometer, optical comparator, protractor, and other necessary inspection tools (Metric and Standard/SAE).
• Must read, write, and comprehend…