Pit Operator
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Forklift Operator, Assembly
Summary Description
Responsible for starting and operating all machines and equipment applicable to the production line. The operator will ensure the appropriate materials are pulled from inventory and prepared for assembly and all product is within quality standard compliance.
- Obtain work orders and production schedule
- Pull new material (foam, steel coil)
- Assemble materials accordingly
- Operate pit area equipment including roll formers, glue machines, and steel press
- Perform forklift duties applicable to material/production change overs
- Assemble foam and glued steel sheets into a section
- Perform quality assurance inspection
- Maintain scrap report
Job Skills And Experience
- High School Diploma or GED.
- One year of transferrable experience preferred, but not required
- HMI/machine programing experience preferred, but not required
Job Unit:
Production
Position:
Non-Exempt
Salary:
Hourly
Responsible for starting and operating all machines and equipment applicable to the production line. The operator will ensure the appropriate materials are pulled from inventory and prepared for assembly and all product is within quality standard compliance.
Essential Duties- Obtain work orders and production schedule
- Pull new material (foam, steel coil)
- Assemble materials accordingly
- Operate pit area equipment including roll formers, glue machines, and steel press
- Perform forklift duties applicable to material/production change overs
- Assemble foam and glued steel sheets into a section
- Perform quality assurance inspection
- Maintain scrap report
Job Skills And Experience Education/experience:
Any combination of education providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- One year of transferrable experience preferred, but not required
- HMI/machine programing experience preferred, but not required
- Must be able to read a tape measure accurately
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Ability to drive a forklift
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance and more than 50 lbs. using a team-lift
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Must have a Valid Driver’s License
This position involves standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day. It requires grasping and fine finger manipulation on both hands. The position requires stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. It requires grasping and fine manipulation on both hands. The plant is not climate controlled. Noise levels can become high. Hörmann provides and requires hearing protection in the department.
The work is done in an area where moving mechanical machinery, parts or vibration are located.
This position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision s. and the ability to adjust focus.
Machines & Equipment UsedTape measure, mandrel, hydraulic press, wood grain mill, film rolls, roll former, conveyor belts, hand tools, automated equipment, computer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this level.
Who We AreHörmann is a premier manufacturer of steel, aluminum and custom wood garage doors. We provide the building industry with high quality, innovative garage doors at competitive prices while maintaining a reputation of quality, reliability and integrity. We offer a team-centered environment, where each member’s unique knowledge, skills, abilities, and efforts define our success as a company.
Hörmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a diverse employment environment.
Hörmann is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test must be negative regardless of whether you live, test or plan to work in an area that permits legalized use of marijuana for either medical or recreational purposes.
All offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Job type:
Full-time
Pay: $21.00-$26.20
Benefits- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision Insurance
- 2nd Shift
- Monday to Thursday
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