Production Team Member

Metalworks is a family-owned company celebrating over 50 years of manufacturing excellence and recognized throughout the office furniture industry as a leader in lean manufacturing.

What we’re looking for: We are seeking qualified candidates to fill manufacturing positions at Metalworks in Ludington. Whether you are a seasoned manufacturing professional or a newcomer to the industry looking to make an impact, you can find the right job for you.

• Dependable team players with a great attitude
• 1st Shift (4:45am – 3:15pm)
• 2nd Shift (3:30pm – 2:00am)

What you’ll be doing:

Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, operating various press brakes and equipment to fabricate materials; application of powered paint to our finished, metal goods, coordinating hanging and takeoff of painted parts, welding and grinding of subcomponents, basic assembly of cabinets and following quality requirements along with Metalworks' manufacturing philosophies.

Why you should apply:

• Starting Pay/Wage Progression: What is your experience in manufacturing? General Labor starts at $14.00 per hour for candidates with no prior manufacturing experience. Upon hiring, a new employee will receive hourly wage increases every 3 months during the first year. Wage increases will continue at 18 months and again at the 2nd year anniversary!
• 4-Day Work Week: Our standard work week is comprised of 4-10 hour schedules, allowing our employees to enjoy spending 3-day weekends with their families and friends.
• Profit Sharing: Once qualified, participants in our Profit-Sharing plan receive a pay-out twice each year.
• Incentive Plans: From your first day of employment, see how your hard work pays off with our monthly incentive plans that pay out for meeting key Company Metrics.
• Hourly Master Employee Program: We want to invest in you! Through further skill development, once qualified for and enrolled, employees may enter the Master Employee Program and earn an additional $2.50/hour by becoming a Mentor level Master Employee.
• Leadership Progression: For employees wanting to take a shop floor leadership role, there is potential to earn an additional 5% per hour as a Coordinator.
• Pay for Performance: Beginning with their 3rd year anniversary, all employee will receive an annual pay for performance review based on their individual performance.
• Insurance Benefits: Once eligible, we provide some of the best, most affordable medical, dental and vision insurance in the area!
• Time Off: Ten paid Holidays per year plus personal and vacation time!
• 401k Match
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Scholarship and Education Assistance Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs

Successful candidates:

• Will pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Will complete a background screen with satisfactory results.
• Can perform the physical requirements of the position which requires prolonged standing/walking, lifting up to 30-50 pounds and other activities necessary to perform the essential job duties with or without assistance.
• Posses the ability to operate simple process equipment and follow procedures. Understand and demonstrate Metalworks Core Values.

Metalworks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law in relation to hiring, wages, benefits, promotions or other job actions.

Metalworks participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

How to apply:

Apply in-person at 902 E 4th Street, Ludington MI 49431

Apply on-line at www.metalworks1.com under the “careers” tab.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

COVID-19 considerations:
In order to protect the health of our team members, all employees undergo a health screen each day upon arrival, are provided masks/face shields and gloves, adhere to social distancing and are provided hand sanitizer and disinfectants.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location