Production Support

Job Details Entry Lebanon Plant - Lebanon, TN Full-Time Regular High School Diploma or GED $ $19.00 Hourly No Travel Required OPS - Production Description

Perma-Pipe in Lebanon, TN is hiring an Entry-Level Production Support Team Member

We're looking for a dependable and motivated Entry Level Production Support team member to assist in a variety of essential production tasks within our fabrication shop. This role supports higher-skilled tradespeople such as welders and fitters, contributes to material preparation, and ensures cleanliness and efficiency in key work areas. This is a physically demanding position that requires flexibility, attention to detail, and strong adherence to safety practices, especially when working in dusty or temperature-variable environments.

***PERKS OF POSITION***

• Benefits: 100% paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. (Union Based Position)
• Schedule: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., with potential daily overtime until 4:40 p.m., plus occasional Saturday shifts as needed.

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Essential Job Functions:

• Assist skilled production personnel including welders and fitters with materials handling, staging, and setup.
• Clean and maintain work areas, including removing scrap, dust, and debris to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform duties in dusty conditions, occasionally requiring the use of dust masks or other respiratory protection.
• Work in various shop environments including areas with extreme heat or cold.
• Support the chop saw area with material prepping, sorting, and organizing cut parts.
• Handle fiberglass materials as needed, following all safety and PPE protocols.
• Assist with air testing procedures and equipment setup as directed.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, serviceable condition.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to ensure workflow efficiency.

Breakdown

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic with the ability to follow directions and prioritize tasks.
• Safety-conscious and reliable; must follow all company safety guidelines and PPE requirements.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, or on-call assignments as required.

Experience:

• Experience with fiberglass handling or air testing is a plus.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in an industrial, construction, or fabrication setting preferred.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and measuring equipment.

Physical Demands

• Lift/carry: sedentary up to 10 lbs; light up to 20 lbs; medium up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Raise/lower or move objects horizontally.
• Remain on feet for extended periods of time.
• Frequent wrist/hand motions.
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Visual acuity required for accuracy and thoroughness of work.
• Standing/walking for more than 90% of shift, including long distances.
• Ability to work in extreme weather.

Work Environment:

• Active industrial shop with exposure to dust, noise, varying temperatures, and heavy machinery.
• Frequent use of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and dust masks as required.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

PERMA-PIPE International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PPIH) is a global leader in engineered piping solutions, specializing in insulation systems, containment, anti-corrosion coatings, custom fabrication, leak detection, engineering support, field service, and logistics. For decades, our expertise has set industry benchmarks, backed by ISO 9001, ISO 1401, and ISO 45001 certifications.

With ten production facilities worldwide—including the U.S., Canada, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, and India—we deliver localized service with global reach, scaling efficiently to meet complex project needs of any size or location.

PERMA-PIPE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), providing fair employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

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