What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Equipment Operator - Metal Manufacturing (2nd Shift) position at FALK Panel?
FALK Panel USA
Production Equipment Operator - Metal Manufacturing (2nd Shift)
Location: Walker, MI
FALK Panel USA manufactures insulated metal panels used in modern construction projects throughout North America. Our products support the development of durable, energy-efficient, and visually appealing commercial and industrial buildings.
Our highly automated production line is technical and project-driven, which means every order has unique requirements and every operator contributes directly to the quality of the finished product.
FALK Panel USA is seeking a Production Equipment Operator to join our second-shift manufacturing team. This hands-on role supports several areas of a continuous automated production line, including material handling, loading steel coils, monitoring machinery, inspecting panel quality, packaging completed products, and helping ensure every order is manufactured correctly.
The position includes materials-handling responsibilities, so previous forklift experience is preferred.
Key Responsibilities- Operate, monitor, or support equipment along a continuous production line
- Review and understand project specifications, production instructions, colors, coatings, and material requirements
- Handle and stage production materials as needed
- Load or assist with loading steel coils and other materials using forklifts, overhead cranes, or related equipment, where applicable
- Monitor automated machinery, control screens, pressures, temperatures, and overall production flow
- Inspect finished panels for dents, scratches, defects, and other quality concerns
- Package completed panel bundles with the required materials, labels, and documentation
- Communicate clearly with team members using radios and established production procedures
- Follow all workplace safety requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Previous experience in manufacturing, machine operation, production, warehousing, materials handling, or another industrial environment is preferred
- Forklift experience is preferred
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Critical-thinking skills and the ability to understand project-specific production information
- Comfortable working with and around automated manufacturing equipment
- Basic computer or machine-interface experience is helpful
- Dependable attendance and strong teamwork skills
- Willing and able to work second shift, Monday through Thursday
Pay and Benefits
- Full-time, W-2 employment
- Starting base pay of $20 per hour
- Additional $2 per hour second-shift premium
- Monthly performance bonus opportunity of up to 12% of base earnings, based on company and/or individual KPI achievement
- 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
- 100% company-paid medical insurance premiums for employees, spouses, and dependents
- Company-paid dental and vision insurance premiums for employees, spouses, and dependents
- Benefits begin on the first day of the month following the employee's hire date
- 11 paid holidays
- 40 hours of PTO after 90 days
- An additional 40 hours of PTO after six months
- An additional 40 hours of PTO after two years
- PTO renews annually on January 1, with up to 40 hours eligible for carryover
- $500 gym reimbursement
- Monthly catered lunches
- Company events, including family-friendly summer and winter events, pickleball, and golf outings
Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM-12:30 AM
Why Join FALK Panel USA?
FALK Panel USA is a rapidly growing manufacturer that offers the technology, benefits, and career opportunities of a larger organization while maintaining a close-knit team environment.
You will work on a modern production line where careful attention, sound judgment, and the ability to anticipate production needs make a meaningful difference. With strong company-paid benefits, monthly bonus opportunities, and a workplace that values employees and their families, FALK Panel USA is a place where you can build a stable and rewarding career.
FALK Panel USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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