Wheel Building Operator

Job Details: Job Location: G4 - Seymour, IN, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job SummaryGuardian Bikes is a leading direct-to-consumer kids' bike brand, known for its patented SureStop brake technology and a mission to build the safest kids' bikes in the industry. Guardian is building a vertically integrated, AI-driven manufacturing and commerce company — we design, manufacture, fulfill, and sell directly from our U.S. factory floor to the customer's door. The company has grown from a small startup into a major brand, selling over a million bikes to families across the country. We are seeking a dependable Wheel Building Operator to join our production team. In this role, you'll build bicycle wheels from the ground up, lacing spokes, hubs, and rims into finished wheels in a fast-paced production environment. Every wheel you build is the foundation of a safe, reliable ride, helping ensure each bike that leaves our facility meets the safety and quality standards Guardian is known for. Key Responsibilities Build bicycle wheels from individual components (spokes, hubs, rims, and nipples) according to build specifications and quality standards Lace, tension, and true wheels to ensure they are straight, round, and properly balanced Inspect components and finished wheels to catch issues before they move down the line Maintain a steady, fast pace to keep the line supplied and meet daily production goals Follow safety protocols and keep your workstation, tools, and parts organized and ready to go Communicate with teammates and leads about any quality or process concerns Support other production or warehouse tasks as operational needs changeQualifications: Skills & QualificationsEducation & Experience High school diploma or GED preferred Prior experience in manufacturing, assembly, warehouse, or production environments preferred Experience working with hand tools or power tools is a plusPhysical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods (up to a full shift) Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs  Comfortable with repetitive bending, reaching, kneeling, and fine motor tasks (handling small parts and hardware) Sufficient hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for precise assembly work Visual acuity sufficient to inspect parts and identify defectsSkills & Abilities Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Ability to read and follow build instructions, diagrams, and work orders Basic math skills for measuring and counting components Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment Comfortable using basic hand tools and possibly pneumatic tools