Production Operator

Join UGN: A Thriving Team, A Rewarding Career

At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication.

We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards.

Why Join UGN?

• Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success.


• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth.


• Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation.


• Make an impact, both professionally and in the community.

At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued. Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together.

Discover the exceptional UGN Valparaiso facility in Indiana! Spanning an impressive 180,000 square feet, this exceptional facility has been a cornerstone of innovation and excellence since opening its doors in 1997. Home to a dedicated team of 300 dedicated Team Members, the Valparaiso location embodies UGN’s unwavering commitment to quality and community.

UGN Valparaiso—where innovation, community, and quality thrive!

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and discover your place in the UGN team.

**Note: This position is part of a hiring partnership between UGN and Focus Workforce Management.**
When you apply, your application will be reviewed and pre-screened by Focus. Successful candidates will begin as Focus employees on a temporary-to-hire basis, with the opportunity to become a direct employee of UGN.

The Production Operator performs a variety of assembling, molding, trimming, gluing, inspecting, and packaging of products based on assigned area. Starting Hourly Rate of $16 plus up to $0.40 cent shift differential and $1 per hour increase after 30 days of continuous service.
Openings on 2nd Shift (2:30 pm to 11:00 pm) and 3rd Shift (10:30 pm to 7:00 am)
Overtime Available! Competitive Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, 401k, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays!

What you will do for UGN:

• Maintain all process documentation in a timely and accurate manner, and perform all pre-start checklists, glue weights, tallies, and other job related audits and system checks.


• Read and follow standardized work and job instructions to manufacture, trim, inspect, and pack product in a safe and efficient manner to quantity and quality specifications of assigned work cell.


• Rotate job assignments within a job cell as well as in other cells as required to secure material, perform the pertinent operations (assemble, mold, spray, trim, glue, weld, inspect, pack etc.).


• Observe operation of machinery in assigned cell duties to provide quality parts in conformance to customer specifications.


• Sign off on work performed for traceability.


• Perform 5S duties as required and maintain housekeeping standards of cell assigned.


• Communicate effectively with other team members in the cell as well as attend all team meetings, problem solving sessions, training, shift meetings, etc.


• Report immediately any job related injuries to cell coordinator.


• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.


• Other duties may be assigned.


• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

What you will bring to UGN:

• Looking for hard workers with a desire to work in a team setting.


• No High School Diploma or GED required - Opportunities available to earn your GED for free.


• Previous manufacturing experience not required. We offer a 5-day training program to get you ready for the position.


• Ability to read elementary operating instructions, production boards, material labels, safety and hazard warnings, manuals, etc. and writing ability to complete process forms and related production reporting paperwork.


• Ability to perform basic arithmetic.


• Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


• Basic computer skills

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.