ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: From verbal or written instructions including operator sheets, blueprints, specification sheets, routing sheets, and any other production forms required by management, performs a variety of duties which include but are not limited to the following; measure and cut chain, operate benders, presses, cutting machines, and manual or automated traction lines, assembly of many different types of chains and chain accessories, operates reelers, transfers products, welds components, performs packaging operations, and works with the JDE/RFS computer system. May be required to perform general clean-up as assigned. GPW's are expected to be cross-trained and proficient on the variety of tasks within the department. All employees are required to:
- Rely on a lead to set up and adjust equipment
- Abide by safety policies, operator preventative maintenance and housekeeping practices.
- Ensure the quality specifications of the product.
- Accurately complete process and quality documentation.
- Communicate respectfully with others.
- Work with limited supervision.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to fingers; handle or feel; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and utilize assistance for lifting weight over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Peerless Industrial Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Peerless makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.