Company Overview
River Bend Hose Specialty is a value-added industrial distributor/manufacturer, that has been serving the Michiana and broader region for over 40 years. Our goal is to continue to establish and maintain our respected reputation with our customers and suppliers as a leader in the distribution and repair of quality industrial products. To achieve this goal, River Bend Hose Specialty empowers its people to utilize the team approach with ourselves, our customers, and our suppliers.
Job Summary
Our Metal Products Facility is seeking a highly motivated individual to operate our weld robot. As a Robot Operator, you will be responsible for loading, running, and unloading production parts using established welding programs. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated with an eagerness to learn and possess a strong mechanical aptitude. If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment, we invite you to apply for this position.

Benefits/Perks
We offer a generous and extensive benefits package that starts after 60 days and includes:

• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k retirement plan with company match
• Medical insurance with employee-only rate at $19/week
• Life insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short and Long-term disability
• Health Savings Plan (HSA)
• Employee Life Care Program
• Financial Wellness Program
• Employee Discounts
• Referral Bonus Program

Responsibilities

• Learn how to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols
• Assist in the tack welding of assemblies
• Weld components together using work instructions and fixtures
• Visually inspect welds for quality and accuracy
• Ensure accuracy and efficiency of weld programs
• Help troubleshoot and setup new programs with lead programmer
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner
• Any additional duties as required by the Production Supervisor

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-placement drug screen
• Reliable transportation
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Maintain productivity with minimal supervision
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, and/or stoop during work hours
• Effectively communicate in a clear, concise, understandable manner and listen attentively to others
• Maintain a good working relationship with customers, co-workers, supervisors, management, and other personnel

Recommended Skills

• Attention to detail
• Mechanical comprehension
• Basic hand and power tools
• Basic math
• Measuring devices
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs
• Organization
• Self-motivated
• Independent worker
• Quality mindset
• Multi-tasking

Schedule

• Day shift
• 8 hours/day
• Monday thru Friday