The Gund Company
Utility Operator II - 1st Shift
Cedar Lake, IN
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- Mid level
- Country
- US
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 26 Sept 2026
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Description
- The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator II to join our team!
- Shift: First (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F)
Hourly Wage: $24+ per hour based on experience
Bonus: $1,000 at 30 days of employment
Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
About The Gund Company
The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Utility Operator II to join our team.
Utility Operator Job Summary
As a Utility Operator II , you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating and setting up various CNC and non-CNC production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities Utility Operator II
- Set up and operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery.
- Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
- Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
- Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience.
- Experience with saws, shears, or similar equipment.
- Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
- Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.
Preferred:
- Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.
- Knowledge of GD&T.
Work Environment Utility Operator
- This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
- The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
- 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- Ongoing training and development programs.
Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future. Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company!
Careers: Why Work at Gund | The Gund Company
Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Utility Operator II position.
EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination.
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