Finisher

HGC Industries is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing gaskets, sealing surfaces, and stamping. For over 50 years, our customers have trusted us to fulfill their advanced sealing & stamping requirements. We provide technical sealing and stamping solutions to customers around the globe through our excellence in engineering, technology, manufacturing, and customer service. Our mission is to create gaskets and components that satisfy the most complex manufacturing challenges and provide high-quality products and services to the world at a reasonable cost.
At HGC, our employees are the foundation of our success. We encourage our employees to use their strengths, expertise, and determination to deliver on our commitments and achieve individual growth. When you join HGC Industries, you become part of a diverse and collaborative team that drives beyond the ordinary and provides cutting-edge solutions.   

JOB OVERVIEW:
As a Finisher, your primary responsibility is to support the mission and Core Values of HGC. This involves a continuous learning process, meeting the needs of our customers as per HGC guidelines, and ensuring the production of parts with 100% quality and timely delivery to all customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
•    Follow directions written and verbal. 
•    Record keeping on the factory order. 
•    Removal of waste material from cut parts (collect cut parts out of material trim, remove internal scrap from parts manually, removal of “flash”, proper placement of cartons used to house parts, and stack and identify generated material).
•    Consistently meet efficiency goals per factory order.                                                                                 
•    Constantly monitor for quality results, paying attention to detail and reporting any defects.
•    Processes ink stamp part identification when designated.
•    Completes customer packaging and assists with packaging of parts for shipping according to customer and HGC guidelines.
•    Designated to apply coatings or adhesives. 
•    Completes lamination of die-cut parts. 
•    Completes application of various inserts. 
•    Verify part counts on all factory orders including orders from other departments.
•    Ensure work area is clean and tidy.
•    Follow safety guidelines at all times.
•    Regular reliable attendance.
•    Interacting and working well with co-workers and management.
•    Perform other work as assigned. 
•    Assist operators with orders by catching and/or moving gaskets.
•    Help mentor new employees as needed.
•    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks and performing other duties as needed and/or assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:                                                                                                                    

•    Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and percentages
•    Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
•    Excellent time management skills and ability to efficiently manage priorities and tasks based on importance
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
•    Adaptability skills to effectively manage demands, frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
•    Ability to work self-sufficiently to ensure accuracy and quality of tasks
•    Ability to navigate and resolve internal or external situations effectively and resourcefully
•    Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
•    Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers, co-workers, and HGC Industries stakeholders
•    Ability to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor their work to ensure quality
•    Ability to effectively manage both emotional and social intelligence
•    A strong willingness to learn new processes and procedures will help the individual be successful at HGC
•    Ability to follow HGC safety and security guidelines when operating and using company equipment and materials

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    High School Diploma/GED preferred
•    Previous manufacturing experience a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

•    Standing for extended periods 5-10 hours per day
•    Walking for long periods 1-5 hours per day
•    Ability to sit (based on position and department) 1-5 hours per day
•    Twisting, bending, reaching, and engaging in rapid reflex movements for up to 10 hours a day
•    Circumduction, pushing, pulling, reaching, and engaging in rapid flex movements with both arms up to 10 hours a day
•    Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
•    Occasionally lift and carry objects (30 lbs. maximum)
•    Occasionally climb/use a ladder
                                               
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Manufacturing plant and office employees can/will be exposed to noise, dirt, dust, fumes, odors, chemicals, and other airborne particles.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None
COMPENSATION: $15/hour based on experience 
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm
LOCATION:  (On-Site, Indianapolis (Martindale-Brightwood area)         

BENEFITS:
•    Generous Paid Time Off Policy
•    $1000 sign-on bonus
•    401(k) Retirement Program w/ Company Match
•    Medical, Dental, and Vision plans 
•    LTD & STD
•    Employer-Paid Life Insurance
•    Pet Insurance/Discount Plan
•    Employee Assistance Program

HGC Industries provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics protected by federal, state, and local laws.

** This job description summarizes the typical job functions. It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties required by the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and functions may differ from those outlined in this job description and may change at any time.

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