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Part Time Manufacturing Worker

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States · On-site

$18/hr

Entry level

Job DetailsJob Location: PHD, Inc. Fort Wayne Manufacturing - Fort Wayne, IN 46809Salary Range: $18.96 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftAbout PHD, Inc. PHD, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of industrial automation components, sp…

Skills: Assembly, Packaging, Product Testing, Inspection, Attention To Detail

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Part Time Manufacturing Worker

PHD, Inc.

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States • On-site

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  • $18/hr
  • Other
  • Posted 6d ago
  • ~29 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Assist with the assembly of actuator components and prepare products for shipment. Perform product testing, inspection, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

Requires a dependable work ethic and the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 40 lbs. Previous manufacturing or warehouse experience is preferred but not required for this entry-level role.

Full job description

Job DetailsJob Location: PHD, Inc. Fort Wayne Manufacturing - Fort Wayne, IN 46809Salary Range: $18.96 HourlyJob Shift: 1st ShiftAbout PHD, Inc.

PHD, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of industrial automation components, specializing in innovative solutions such as actuators, grippers, slides, and robotic tooling. We are committed to delivering high-quality products, exceptional customer service, and continuous improvement. At PHD, we foster a collaborative “one company” mindset where employees are empowered to grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Position Summary

PHD is seeking a dependable and flexible Part-Time Manufacturing Worker to support various areas of our manufacturing operation. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, staying active, and helping wherever needed. This position may assist with various manufacturing tasks, including but not limited to stock assembly of actuator components in our manufacturing facility. This is an entry-level position with on-the-job training provided.

This position offers a highly flexible schedule within our operating hours of 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Monday through Friday. Employees may choose their preferred days and hours worked within business needs and scheduling guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for retirees, college students, parents with flexible availability, or anyone seeking supplemental part-time work.

Essential Responsibilities

Assist with for-stock and for-order assembly and other entry-level manufacturing tasks
Package and prepare products for shipment
Perform product testing and inspection tasks as assigned
Help maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
Assist with miscellaneous shop support and special projects based on operational needs
Follow all company safety and quality standards

Schedule & Hours

Flexible part-time scheduling available
Work hours may be selected between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM Monday-Friday and opportunities for Saturday work at times.
Maximum of 29 hours per week
Overtime is not permitted
This position is not benefits eligible

Work Environment: This role involves standing on a concrete floor in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility. You may encounter chemicals such as lubricants and coolant, as well as mists, dusts, and odors associated with metalworking. Troubleshooting takes place around machinery with moving parts and material by-products. Noise levels are higher on the floor than in the office. The facility is single-level with concrete floors and no stairs or inclines; rubber/foam mats are present in machining and assembly areas.

Physical Demands: The position requires extensive sitting along with repetitive hand and wrist motions, manual dexterity, and reaching. Frequent standing, walking, speaking, and listening are expected. Occasional lifting up to 40 lbs. and good close visual ability are also required.

The above statements describe key accountabilities and significant requirements for this position and are not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or other requirements.
QualificationsQualifications

Reliable attendance and dependable work ethic
Ability to work independently and adapt to changing tasks
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to stand, walk, and perform light-to-moderate physical work
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs occasionally
Previous manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, or shipping experience preferred but not required
Ability to work up to 29 hours a week

Related keywords

Industrial AutomationActuatorsGrippersRobotic ToolingManufacturingAssemblyQuality StandardsProduct TestingShippingWarehouse

About PHD, Inc.

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Industry
Industrial Automation
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, IN
LinkedIn followers
5,860

PHD is a leading designer of automation actuators, built to help companies across all industries optimize their manufacturing processes. From our highly precise product and unlimited customization capabilities to our superior engineering expertise, we provide fast automation solutions that enhance your capabilities and competitiveness. Our solutions fuel breakthroughs, innovation, and success. Our products consist of a full line of cylinders, escapements, grippers, linear slides, rotary actuators, clamps, multi-motion actuators, switches and sensors. These actuators provide the fundamental motion to push, pull, lift, rotate, turn, grip, reach, clamp, hold, position, escape, insert, load, unload, pick, place, and orient parts or materials in your manufacturing processes. Known for robustness, precision, and extremely long life, PHD products have the attributes and performance design engineers demand. - Widest range of long-life, robust actuators in the industry. - Engineering software and internet tools to simplify and save design time. - Factory trained application and industry specialists ensure you a cost-effective and field-proven solution.

Offices: 9009 Clubridge Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46809, US · 4763 N. US 24 East, Huntington, IN 46750, US · Arnold-Sommerfeld-Ring 2, Baesweiler, Germany 52499, DE · Unit A3 Floor 15, Tower A Wihuan Plaza No.,, 1 Xizhimenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing P.R.C., CN

cylindersescapementsgripperslinear slidesrotary actuatorsclampsmulti-motion actuatorsswitches and sensorsLinear actuatorsgripper tooling
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About PHD, Inc.

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Industrial Automation
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fort Wayne, IN
LinkedIn followers
5,860

PHD is a leading designer of automation actuators, built to help companies across all industries optimize their manufacturing processes. From our highly precise product and unlimited customization capabilities to our superior engineering expertise, we provide fast automation solutions that enhance your capabilities and competitiveness. Our solutions fuel breakthroughs, innovation, and success. Our products consist of a full line of cylinders, escapements, grippers, linear slides, rotary actuators, clamps, multi-motion actuators, switches and sensors. These actuators provide the fundamental motion to push, pull, lift, rotate, turn, grip, reach, clamp, hold, position, escape, insert, load, unload, pick, place, and orient parts or materials in your manufacturing processes. Known for robustness, precision, and extremely long life, PHD products have the attributes and performance design engineers demand. - Widest range of long-life, robust actuators in the industry. - Engineering software and internet tools to simplify and save design time. - Factory trained application and industry specialists ensure you a cost-effective and field-proven solution.

Offices: 9009 Clubridge Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46809, US · 4763 N. US 24 East, Huntington, IN 46750, US · Arnold-Sommerfeld-Ring 2, Baesweiler, Germany 52499, DE · Unit A3 Floor 15, Tower A Wihuan Plaza No.,, 1 Xizhimenwai Street, Xicheng District, Beijing P.R.C., CN

cylindersescapementsgripperslinear slidesrotary actuatorsclampsmulti-motion actuatorsswitches and sensorsLinear actuatorsgripper tooling
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