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KWALL LLC

Team Leader -Wave Fab 1st Shift

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

... on our 1st shift. A $1.00/hour raise is also given within the first year of employment To learn ... Mechanically inclined with previous manufacturing experience, but not required * Team Player

AriensCo

Material Handler - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$20/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... AriensCo is seeking a motivated and experienced 1st shift Material Handler. This is not a forklift ...

KI

Warehouse Coordinator -Warehouse 1st Shift

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$17.50 - $22.25/hr

Manufacturing/Operations KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture ... This is a 1st Shift position * Hours are 6am-2pm Monday-Friday * Overtime during busy season KI ...

KI

Facilities Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$18.75 - $25.75/hr

Manufacturing/Operations KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture ... This is a 1st shift position * Hours are 6am - 2pm Monday - Friday * Overtime during busy season KI ...

Ariens Company

Welder - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$24/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... AriensCo is seeking a 1st shift Welder to join our team in Brillion, WI. * Pay: Starts at $24/hour ...

AriensCo

Welder - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$24/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... AriensCo is seeking a 1st shift Welder to join our team in Brillion, WI. * Pay: Starts at $24/hour ...

Nelson Global Products, Inc

Welder (1st Shift)

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$18.25 - $22.25/hr

With 21 global manufacturing and distribution facilities and unparalleled engineering and ... Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour shift. * Able to bend, twist, stoop to remove parts from ...

Ariens Company

Assembler - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$20/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... Schedule & Shift: Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 4:30AM-2:30PM or 4:45AM-2:45PM THE DAY TO ...

Nelson Global Products

Welder (1st Shift)

Oshkosh, WI

$19.25 - $23.50/hr

With 21 global manufacturing and distribution facilities and unparalleled engineering and ... Must have the ability to stand for 10-hour shift. * Able to bend, twist, stoop to remove parts from ...

AriensCo

Assembler - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$20/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... Schedule & Shift: Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 4:30AM-2:30PM or 4:45AM-2:45PM THE DAY TO ...

Ariens Company

Assembler - 1st Shift

Brillion, WI · On-site

$20/hr

... manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you'll always have the ... Schedule & Shift: Monday - Thursday (4 days x 10 hours); 4:30AM-2:30PM or 4:45AM-2:45PM THE DAY TO ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for 1st shift manufacturing in Appleton, WI is $60,207.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,700.00 and $70,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is 1st shift manufacturing?

1st shift manufacturing refers to the work schedule in a manufacturing facility that typically starts early in the morning, usually around 6:00 or 7:00 AM, and ends in the afternoon, around 2:00 or 3:00 PM. Employees on the 1st shift are responsible for operating machinery, assembling products, and ensuring production goals are met during regular daytime hours. This shift is often preferred by those who want evenings free and aligns with standard business hours. 1st shift roles are common in industries such as automotive, electronics, and food processing.

What does a typical day look like for someone working on the 1st shift in a manufacturing facility?

A typical day for a 1st shift manufacturing employee usually starts early in the morning, with tasks such as setting up machines, performing quality checks, and maintaining a steady workflow to meet production targets. Team members often collaborate closely with supervisors and coworkers to troubleshoot issues and ensure safety protocols are followed. The work environment is fast-paced, with scheduled breaks and clearly defined responsibilities. As the first shift sets the tone for the day, there is a strong emphasis on communication and efficiency to support later shifts and overall production goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a 1st shift manufacturing worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 1st Shift Manufacturing Worker, you need basic mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes experience with inventory management systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and effective communication help individuals excel and maintain smooth operations. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring productivity, safety, and quality in a manufacturing environment.

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Team Leader -Wave Fab 1st Shift

Green Bay, WI • On-site

KWALL LLC
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
Learn more about KWALL LLCexternal

$13.25 - $16.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we've positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers' unique needs - including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That's why we say we offer far more than furniture. We're Furnishing Knowledge.
Job Description:
KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a full-time Assembly Technician to join our Green Bay manufacturing facility on our 1st shift. A $1.00/hour raise is also given within the first year of employment
To learn more about KI, please visit www.ki.com
Job Duties:
  • Successfully hand weld product based on production schedule needs
  • Maintain high levels of quality and ensure product is welded properly
  • Operation of all fabrication equipment in the cell (robotic welders, hydraulic banks, drill presses...)
  • Required to operate, edit and program tube or wire bending equipment in the cell
  • Follow production schedules, determine what should run and huddle with the team.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities (Kaizen events, layout planning, Value Stream Mapping as events happen)

Minimum Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred

Value Added Skills:
  • Mechanically inclined with previous manufacturing experience, but not required
  • Team Player
  • Computer knowledge
  • Willingness to learn
  • Ability to train on any shift
  • Positive Attitude

Physical Requirements:
  • Working in areas where it can get warm
  • Working in a smoke free environment
  • Activities including standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Willingness to assist in any given area of the plant if your area is slow

Shift:
  • This is a 1st Shift position
  • Hours are 6am-2pm Monday - Friday
  • Overtime during busy season

KI offers a welcoming work culture with competitive benefits for eligible employees. Benefits include:
  • 100% Employee ownership
  • Competitive health, dental, & vision insurance
  • A 401(k) Plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Wellness resources, including an on-site fitness center and a fitness reimbursement program
  • An educational reimbursement program
  • Company paid life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, and EAP.
  • Sick pay
  • Monthly performance bonus

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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