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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for per diem utility operator in Gary, IN is $25.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.82 and $30.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Utility Operator job openings in Gary, IN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 45% Full Time, 53% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,009 per year, or $26 per hour.

Utility Operator - 1st Shift

The Gund Company Inc

Cedar Lake, IN • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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The Gund Company rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description

 The Gund Company has an immediate opening for a full-time Utility Operator to join our team!  



Shift: First (7:00am - 3:30pm, M-F)

Hourly Wage: $22+ per hour based on experience

Bonus: $1,000 at 30 days of employment

Plant/Work Location: 10501-3 W. 133rd Avenue, Cedar Lake, IN 46303


About The Gund Company

The Gund Company, a leader in engineered material solutions, specializes in customized electrical insulation products. With 16 global facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and excellent customer service. We are currently seeking a Utility Operator to join our team.


Utility Operator Job Summary

As a Utility Operator, you will play a key role in supporting production operations, ensuring that parts are fabricated to meet work order specifications and customer requirements. This includes operating and setting up various production machinery, conducting manual assembly tasks, and adhering to safety and quality standards. 



Key Responsibilities Utility Operator

  • Operate production equipment such as shears, radial arm saws, and custom machinery.
  • Perform manual assembly and fabrication tasks using hand tools and machines, as necessary.
  • Inspect products to ensure they meet company quality, quantity, and customer standards.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and performing routine maintenance on production machinery as needed.

Requirements

  •  High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience. 
  • Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.).
  • Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs.


Preferred:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings.


Work Environment Utility Operator

  • This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to dust.
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.
  • The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.


Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability).
  • 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match.
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Ongoing training and development programs.


Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future. Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company! 


  Careers: Why Work at Gund | The Gund Company  


Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Utility Operator position.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discrimination. 

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