Production Operator, Settings (ONSITE) - Hoover & Strong

Hoover & Strong is a 110-year-old, family-owned jewelry manufacturer and refiner. We cater to the jewelry industry by producing over 30,000 eco-friendly and responsibly sourced jewelry products, all made in the USA. Our products and services include jewelry, contract castings, findings, mill products, and eco-friendly metal refining.

A team of over 100 enthusiastic and dedicated coworkers have created a progressive, family-oriented work environment that encourages personal growth, the sharing of creative ideas and responsible practices. Our work ethic is strong and we strive for excellence and innovation in everything that we do. Providing high-quality products and professional services is our passion and we do it all in a casual, non-corporate atmosphere with respect and appreciation for one another.

Make a difference in YOUR life and become a part of the Hoover Family!

Position: Production Operator, Settings

Hourly Pay Range: $16.50

Position Overview: The Production Operator, Settings position is responsible for assembling and blanking settings. This person will be working on exclusive customer products.

Responsibilities:

• Consistently assembles 200-250 quality pieces per 8-hour shift including inspections, cleanup and turning in job with less than 2% defect ratio.
• Sets up equipment accurately and independently. Adjusts and corrects machine set-ups to reduce thicknesses, reshape products, and eliminate product defects.
• Cross trains in multiple jewelry departments.
• Ensures that the correct amount of material is ordered, scans jobs to proper area and box # and ensures the correct time and weight on each job.
• Observe all plant safety rules and regulations, wear proper safety attire at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred
• Able to use & read measuring instruments (ie: rulers, gauges, etc)
• Must be punctual and reliable; achieves results even when confronted with conflicting responsibilities and limited resources.
• Must work well with coworkers using both written and verbal communication. Will usually voice their opinions and ideas when problem-solving to formulate the best path forward.
• Ability to learn, understand and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains high ethics. Is respectful and honest. Is caring, friendly and willing to share knowledge and expertise.

Essential Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Will be required to perform specific tasks that involve standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, kicking or kneeling
• Must be able to lift with or without mechanical aids on a recurring basis (up to 45 lbs.)
• Work is performed within a production environment, subject to temperature variations, chemicals, mechanical parts, increased noise levels and dust.
• Must have 20/20 distance vision with or without the use of aids such as glasses or contact lenses.

All applicants must complete the online application. We cannot accept resumes without the online application. Candidates must pass an extensive background check, credit, criminal and drug screen; in addition, all candidates must be willing to adhere to a metal-free dress code policy and no cell phones.

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We are an EEO M/F/D/V.