Production Associate

Who we are
Johnson Welded Products is part of the Tramec family, with manufacturing facilities across the United States. We offer steady work, competitive pay, and a strong benefits package in a hands-on manufacturing environment where teamwork and reliability matter.

Why you’ll like working here
Along with hourly pay starting at $20.00/hour, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical & prescription coverage, including a high-cost specialty drug program (potential for $0 cost)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• On-demand pay (any day can be payday)
• $2,000 attendance bonus
• $500 employee referral bonus
• $500 wellness visit drawing
• Gym membership credit
• Company-paid uniforms
• Safety gear allowance: $85 for RX safety glasses and $150 for work boots
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities
   

Job Overview

We are seeking reliable Production Associates to join our manufacturing team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and has experience (or interest) in assembly, fabrication, and general production operations.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble components accurately and efficiently
• Operate hand and power tools to fabricate parts
• Use mechanical knowledge to identify and troubleshoot issues
• Support warehouse activities, including material handling and inventory movement
• Safely operate forklifts to transport materials throughout the facility
   

What We’re Looking For

• Prior experience in a production or manufacturing environment preferred
• Comfort using hand and power tools
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and material handling
• Ability to read blueprints or technical drawings is a plus
• Mechanical assembly or fabrication experience is helpful
   

Schedule & Pay

• Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Pay: $20.00 per hour
• Hours: 40–50 hours per week
• Shifts Available: 1st and 2nd shift
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10-hour shifts
• Overtime potential
   

Premium Pay Includes:

• Overtime pay
• Double-time pay
• Vacation and holiday hours count toward overtime calculations
   

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Prolonged standing
• Twisting, reaching, and grasping
• Pushing and pulling
• Frequently lifting up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
   

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Johnson Welded Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Additional Employment Information
We participate in E-Verify, Background Checks & Drug Free Workplace.  

Johnson Welded Products is a Drug-Free Workplace and follows federal guidelines (marijuana and medical marijuana are not permitted). At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.