Join Our Team as a Production Operator at Johnson Electric!

Location: Vandalia, Ohio
Salary Range: Starting at 17.50/hour
Supplemental Pay: Shift differential, overtime eligible
Schedule: Full Time/Day Shift

Position: Full Time

As our next Production Operator, you’ll be at the forefront of assembling precision components while ensuring the highest quality standards are met. Your hands-on expertise in manufacturing and assembly will be crucial in delivering reliable products and supporting efficient production operations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Be part of a global, innovative manufacturing company
Work in a collaborative and safety-focused environment
Opportunities to grow and develop your technical skills
Stable, structured work environment with clear processes
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits

What You’ll Be Doing:

Perform pre-assembly operations and accurately assemble components
Read and interpret process specifications, routers, and technical drawings
Set up and operate equipment such as lead cutting machines
Cut leads and wrapping tape to specification
Inspect, document, and ensure product quality standards are met
Manage your own workflow and prioritize tasks effectively

What We’re Looking For:

High school diploma or equivalent experience
Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or production environments preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent manual dexterity
Ability to read measurements and perform basic math calculations
Ability to interpret drawings and process specifications
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Good communication skills at all levels

Bonus Points If You Have:

Experience working with small precision parts (under 1.5 inches)
Experience operating production machinery or cutting equipment
Prior experience in high-volume manufacturing environments

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Ability to handle small parts, tools, and machinery with precision

How to Apply:

Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com — We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.

Production Line Operator - 1st Shift