General Operator

Join a company that’s growing, thriving, and built for long‑term success!

Q2 Artificial Lift Services (Q2 ALS) is a trusted, industry‑leading artificial lift company with 50+ in-house repair and service facilities across the U.S. and Canada. Our operations are supported by a world-class manufacturing, API & ISO Certified standards, and patented, top‑tier products engineered for exceptional performance.We provide stable careers, hands‑on training, and clear opportunities for growth. Our facilities are clean, organized, and fully equipped—offering a professional, modern environment designed to help you build your career.

US Rod Manufacturing in Nappanee, Indiana, is sourcing for multiple manufacturing roles within our facility. This is a general application to determine best fit within our openings. Responsibilities of each role are listed below.

Forge Operator

Review shop order packet for procedural instructions.
Perform and assists own setups.
Check dimensions of parts and holds tolerance of plus or minus .001.

Furnace Operator

Operate and monitor furnaces per established procedures.
Build heat treat loads: including placement of parts, test material and preparation of load diagrams.
Perform routine furnace and associated equipment maintenance.
Troubleshoot and repair heat treat equipment.
Prepare product and paperwork for outside processing.
Determine and set heat treat schedules with team leader and scheduling.

Threader Operator

Verify settings by measuring first piece performing 100% visual and dimensional inspection per ISO procedure frequencies.
Set-up lathes by selecting, installing, indicating, and adjusting required work-holding, tools, fixturing, tool holders, attachments, indexers, and stops.
Maintain specifications by observing machine cycles; taking measurements; troubleshooting, adjusting and reprogramming; monitoring and replacing tools; adhering to quality procedures.
Achieve routing setup and run times and report any difficulties to shop lead.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or GED preferred 
Experience in the manufacturing sector
Experience working in an API Q1/ISO 9001:2015 environment a plus
Ability to work in hot environments
Sitting, bending, standing, walking 8-10 hours a day 
Must comply with all safety and PPE requirements 
Attention to detail
Deadline-oriented 
Works well with minimal supervision 
Weekly Hours: Monday through Friday 5AM-3:30PM (1st Shift) or 3PM- 1:30AM (2nd Shift) (50 hours). 

Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, 401K with company match, and PPE allowances.  

Reasonable accommodations are made to enable individuals with disability to perform essential job functions.