Utility Operator

Reports To: Operations Manager

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt, Hourly

Job Status: Full-Time

Schedule:  M-TH, 6am – 4:30pm | Overtime as requested on Fridays | NO WEEKENDS!

Position Summary
Janco is looking for a Utility Operator who is able run a variety of different equipment and help out in multiple areas of our metal manufacturing facility. This role is important to keep production running smoothly by stepping in where needed, operating machines safely, and helping team members across departments. The Utility Operator should be able to quickly learn and switch between tasks, follow safety rules, and make sure equipment is used correctly. Being flexible, paying attention to detail, and working well with others are key parts of this job.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K Matching
• No weekends
• 8 paid holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of production equipment safely and efficiently
• Move between different machines and departments as needed to support production
• Monitor machines during operation and report any issues or malfunctions
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as cleaning machines or checking for worn parts
• Follow all safety guidelines and company procedures
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Help load and unload materials or parts onto machines
• Work closely with team members and management to meet production goals
• Record basic production information, such as quantities or machine run times
• Stay flexible and ready to help out wherever needed on the production floor.
  

Skills and Qualifications

• Commitment to safety and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Results-oriented.
• Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and management.
  
• Demonstrates the company’s core values.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions precisely and work independently with minimal supervision.
  Proficient in using measurement tools such as calipers, tape measures, etc.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and sit, stand, bend, or walk for extended periods.
  
  

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Proven experience in operating equipment or in a manufacturing environment preferred. However, we are willing to train the right candidate.
Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of computers or smartphones is preferred.

Certificates & Licenses: None required.

Work Environment 

The work required for this position is performed on the shop floor which is not climate controlled. Safety-toe shoes, protective eye wear, gloves when handling material are required.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement
To successfully perform the duties of this position, individuals must be able to carry out each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Janco is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination of age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, or any other protected class.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by the area lead/manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform within another function to support business needs, as the Company may deem appropriate.