Production and Warehousing Assistant

Who we are:

Wermke Spring is a 75-year-old custom spring manufacturing company based in Fenton, MO. We are a small company, focused on being the most reliable partner in our customers’ supply chains. This dynamic environment requires our team to live our core values of reliability, attention to detail, “Make it Right,” teamwork, and responsiveness. As we continue to grow, we are looking to add someone who wants to grow their career with our team.

We are looking for someone to assist in the production and warehousing environment of a spring-manufacturing facility. This role will handle all secondary spring-making operations. This fast-paced shop is ISO 9001-2015 certified and driven to provide quality products to our customers in a safe work environment for our team.

We are a growing organization. The right person will have opportunities to gain experience, take on additional responsibilities and grow within the organization.

Brief Job Description:

Learn to manufacture springs and wire forms to customer specifications and support operations on the shop floor.

Duties:

1. Secondary Operations:

• Bend, form, trim, grind, deburr, etc. unfinished parts.
• Load springs into and out of the heat-treating oven.
• Accurately measure parts using a variety of instruments.
• Inspect, measure, weight, count, and pack parts to be shipped.

2. Machine setup and operation:

• Setup and run mechanical and CNC spring machines.
• Read and understand drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Calculate dimensions and make machine adjustments.
• Identify, isolate, and resolve machine problems.
• Lubricate, clean, and maintain machines and workspace.

3. Shipping/Receiving:

• Assemble, fill, and prepare containers for shipping.
• Palletize, band and label boxes of parts.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Weigh and store incoming material.

The right person will live our core values every day.

1. Reliability: In this role, you will be vital to day-to-day operations. It is important to show up every day, ready to go and jump into jobs and carry out tasks as assigned.

2. Attention to detail: Each job has different requirements. It is vital to make sure those requirements are met, and our customers get exactly what they need, every time.

3. “Make it Right”: As a custom manufacturer, we live by this motto. Our customers depend on it.

4. Teamwork: You will work with our shop and office teams very closely daily to make sure orders are completed accurately and on time, every day. Having a good attitude and willingness to help where needed is important to the team environment.

5. Responsiveness: Our customers depend on us, and we are vital to their operations. You will need to react to changing projects and duties as needed.

Primary Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to learn new skills.
• Willingness to help in all areas needed.

Who you are:

While relevant experience is definitely a plus, we are looking for the right person to join our team. Are you ready to be a part of a great team that works hard and has fun? Do you want to continually grow in your role, learn new skills, and advance? Do you go out of your way to make sure things are done correctly? Do you work well in constantly changing environments? Are you comfortable working on tight timelines? You must be physically able to help in this environment. We will provide ample ongoing training to ensure you feel capable and supportive in this demanding role. If you would like to be a part of our growing company and this dynamic environment, please send your information. We’d love to see examples of our core values in your life or work experience.

Qualifications (not required but helpful)

• Previous experience in manufacturing or warehousing environments
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks
• Understanding of inventory management and order fulfillment processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Basic knowledge of safety regulations and practices in a manufacturing setting

Other Details:

A drug test will be required prior to hiring. Compensation to depend on experience. Ample training will be provided. Wermke Spring offers a competitive compensation package including health insurance, 401K, vacation, and paid holidays.

Wermke Spring Manufacturing Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person