RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare raw materials for production by picking, measuring, mixing, staging and delivery
• Load and unload raw materials by operating a forklift to the required job location
• Review the production schedule to effectively perform material/color changes for upcoming production
• Correctly mix materials to ensure the proper level of color concentrates, additives, and/or regrind is being used
• Perform material and color changeovers
• Operate material blenders and grinders

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals to determine material calculations
• Ability to speak, read, and write the English language
• Seasoned forklift experience
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and background check
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and and related experience accrued on-the-job training Equipment operation

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; use hands, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, able to climb ladders and steps safely without assistance
• Able to frequently lift, push and pull loads up to 40 lbs. without the use of an assisting device
• Visual acuity to identify color variations.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pre-Tax Financial Benefit Programs
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation

Opportunities is looking for a Quality Assurance Lead! This position runs on 1st shift and starts at $16 an hour.

Candidates will ensure that the quality of work produced meets or exceeds customer expectations as defined by Opportunities, Inc. documented procedures, including overall facility requirements.

Essential Functions

• Maintain records, coordinate and perform systematic QMS quality checks on daily production, providing direction to Process Control Clerks/Production on a daily basis.
• Identify quality concerns, take appropriate immediate action and communicate to the Production Supervisor and Quality Assurance Coordinator.
• Initiate corrective actions as directed by procedures and collaborate with production operations to reach satisfactory outcomes.
• Coordinate all QA activities and outside communications directly with the Quality Assurance Manager.
• Monitor overall facility conditions to meet customer standards and adherence to GMP standards.
• Report to Quality Assurance Manager and VP of Operations all deficiencies immediately.

Qualifications Requirements

• High attention to detail
• Time management
• Comfortable in a fast paced environment
• Experience working in GMP environment for food
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Can lift 25 – 50 lbs. on occasion

Candidates will ensure the quality of work produced meets or exceeds standards as defined by our policies and are responsible for upholding all quality standards.

Other duties are as follows;

• Perform routine quality inspections
• Determine when a product does not meet quality standards, using available reference tools and documented standards
• Communicate product deficiencies in order to correct them
• Record all quality inspections and nonconformities on the designated forms
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of product specifications, manufacturing software and general machine operation

Hours: M – F 8am – 4:30pm with every 3rd weekend scheduled. 

Can be picked up at either the Fort Atkinson or Watertown location and will receive paid drive time to the Rest Areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performing minor repairs
• Indoor maintenance work 
• Seasonal grounds maintenance

REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting and/or moving objects up to 50 pounds, occasionally
• Working in outdoor condition, year-round
• Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision, and in teams
• A willingness to work with individuals with disabilities
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent 
• Willingness to travel
• Valid driver's license, and proof of vehicle insurance

 We are offering a $1,000 sign on bonus with this position!

Candidates will start in Fort Atkinson and transport a team, using a company vehicle, to the site and will then perform janitorial work, lawn care, and snow removal.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in landscaping and building maintenance
• Motivated and having strong communication skills
• Experience with direction of workers with diverse abilities

This position requires work every third weekend, Saturday and Sunday, along with some Holidays.

In this position, you will be responsible for positioning trailers between warehouse buildings in Fort Atkinson. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Class A CDL
• Valid driver qualification 
• Pre-employment drug screen and physical

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble electronic or mechanical products from blueprints using assembly fixtures and power bench tools
• Cut and crimp wires
• Form, connect and perform simple soldering in accordance with instructions

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or general education (GED) 
• Read and interpret work instructions, operate small hand/power tools, read tape measure
• Identify and obtain accurate assembly fixtures as called by work orders  
• Accurately count parts from inventory using basic math skills 
• Lift up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally

Position is open for 1st shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supply production areas with materials, load materials to/from pallets, shelves, and trucks
• Input of electronic inventory transactions 
• Receive incoming material, verify counts, and perform accurate data entry 
• Use computer software to enter weight and dimension information, etc. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of inventory, Kanban and/or Manufacturing Storage Systems 
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and engineering prints 
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, along with standardized written documentation
• Knowledge of software and Microsoft Office
• Previous operation of forklift, lift cranes, hand jack, and hand/air powered tools of 2 years 
• Possession of a Valid Driver’s License and be able to drive a box truck if assigned
• May be required to lift up to 50lbs alone and 70lbs with assistance. Lifting of up to 30lbs will happen regularly.

This position is in a modern production facility with heat and air conditioning, though candidates will have to work in outdoor elements, daily, for short periods of time. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• ​MIG welders are preferable 
• One year welding experience or equivalent
• Must have good communication skills
• Lift up to 50lbs regularly and up to 70lbs on occasion 
• Ability to kneel, bend and reach

This position is a 2nd shift welding  (temp to hire) position. 2nd shift starts either at 2:30pm or 3:30pm.

The pay rate, depending on position, starts at $24/hour (DOE) with a 2nd shift premium of $2.50/hour. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read blueprints 
• Weld GMAW in all positions (with the potential of stainless)
• Operate machinery (break press and shear)
• Assemble materials and equipment as needed 
• Inspect finish product for defects, and ensure all quality standards are met
• Potentially transport and load raw materials to and from the production lines 
• Lift, carry, and move loads over 50lbs.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Strong communication 
• Knowledge of maintaining an efficient production timeline 
• Has an attention to detail and a self-driven attitude 

EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• GMAW 
• Reading and Comprehending Blueprints  
• Familiarity with Production Equipment/Machinery 
• Experience in metal fabrication and in a fabrication setting is preferred but not necessary

This position starts at $18.00 an hour with opportunities for higher pay based on experience. 1st Shift.