Indiana production worker employment contract template

Indiana Production Worker Employment Contract

This Full-Time Employment Contract is made and entered into as of this [Date] by and between [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address], Indiana ("Employer") and [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address], Indiana ("Employee").

1. Position and Job Duties

The Employer hereby employs Employee as a Production Worker.

Employee's primary job duties shall include, but are not limited to:

• Option A: Operating production-line machinery (e.g., [Specific Machinery 1], [Specific Machinery 2]).
• Option B: Performing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Option C: Conducting quality inspections of finished products.
• Option D: Assembling components according to standard operating procedures.
• Option E: Handling materials and supplies using forklifts or other equipment.
• Option F: Adhering to all safety protocols and procedures.
• Option G: Participating in team meetings and shift briefings.
• Option H: Maintaining accurate production logs and records.

Required Skills and Certifications:

• Physical stamina and dexterity.
• Technical aptitude for operating machinery.
• Option A: Forklift operation certification (if required).
• Option B: Completion of OSHA and Indiana Department of Labor safety trainings.

Reporting Structure: Employee will report directly to [Supervisor Name], [Supervisor Title]. The employee's departmental assignment is [Department Name].

Work Location: The primary work location is at the Employer's facility located at [Facility Address], Indiana.

2. Employment Term and Hours

This is a full-time employment position.

Standard Hours:

• Option A: Employee's standard workweek will be [Number] hours per week.
• Option B: Shift Schedule: [1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift] shift, [Start Time] to [End Time].

Overtime: Overtime will be required as needed in accordance with Indiana law and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Overtime will be compensated at a rate of 1.5 times the Employee's regular hourly rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Notice of Shift Changes: The Employer will provide [Number] hours' notice of any mandatory shift changes.

Weekend/Holiday Work: [Mandatory/Voluntary] weekend/holiday work may be required.

3. Compensation and Benefits

Starting Wage:

• Option A: Employee's starting wage will be [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option B: Employee's starting salary will be [Dollar Amount] per year.

Method of Payment: Payment will be made via direct deposit in accordance with Indiana wage payment laws.

Pay Cycle: Employees will be paid [Weekly/Bi-Weekly].

Premium Pay:

• Option A: A night shift differential of [Dollar Amount] per hour will be paid for hours worked on the [2nd or 3rd] shift.
• Option B: A weekend differential of [Dollar Amount] per hour will be paid for hours worked on weekends.

Performance Bonus:

• Option A: Employee is eligible for a performance bonus based on [Criteria, e.g., production quotas].
• Option B: Employee is eligible for a referral bonus of [Dollar Amount] for each successful employee referral.

Benefits: Employee will be eligible for benefits after a [Number] day waiting period, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Workers' Compensation Insurance (as required by Indiana law)
• Disability Insurance
• Employer Retirement Plan/401(k)
• Paid Vacation: [Number] days per year.
• Sick Leave: [Number] days per year.
• Indiana-recognized Holidays: [List of Holidays].
• Option A: Union Benefits (if applicable)

4. Meal and Rest Breaks

Meal Breaks: Employee will be provided with a [Number] minute unpaid meal break.

Rest Breaks: Employee will be provided with [Number] paid rest breaks of [Number] minutes each.

5. Timekeeping and Attendance

Employee will use the [Timekeeping System Name] timekeeping system to record their hours worked.

Employee is expected to clock in and out accurately and on time for all scheduled shifts.

Attendance Policy: Employee is expected to maintain a satisfactory attendance record. Excessive absenteeism or tardiness may result in disciplinary action.

6. Workplace Safety

PPE: Employer will provide all necessary protective equipment (PPE), including [List of PPE, e.g., safety glasses, gloves, earplugs]. Employee is required to wear provided PPE at all times.

Safe Workplace: Employer is committed to maintaining an OSHA-compliant and Indiana DOL-inspected safe workplace.

Employee Obligations: Employee is obligated to report any safety hazards, participate in required safety programs, and cooperate with accident/incident investigations.

Workplace Safety Committee: [Yes/No] There is/is not a workplace safety committee.

7. Employee Conduct and Obligations

Compliance: Employee must comply with all production rules, safety practices, attendance policies, workplace standards, grooming and hygiene protocols, and substance use policies.

Equipment Use: Employee must only use company equipment for authorized purposes.

Confidentiality: Employee must maintain the confidentiality of all production processes, client identities, product designs, and trade secrets. This obligation survives termination of employment.

Inventions: All inventions, process improvements, machine modifications, or proprietary work product created during the course of employment belong to the Employer.

Attendance and Punctuality: Employee is expected to be punctual and maintain satisfactory attendance.

8. Anti-Discrimination and Harassment

Employer is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal and Indiana law.

9. Discipline and Termination

Disciplinary Procedure: Disciplinary action may be taken for safety violations, poor performance, misconduct, or equipment abuse.

At-Will Employment: This is an at-will employment relationship. Either the Employer or the Employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, subject to any applicable legal limitations.

Resignation: Employee must provide [Number] days' written notice of resignation.

Return of Property: Upon termination of employment, Employee must return all Employer property, including uniforms, tools, and equipment.

10. Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, and Confidentiality

Option A: Non-Compete: Employee agrees not to engage in any [Specific prohibited activities] within a [Number] mile radius of Employer's facility for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

Non-Solicitation: Employee agrees not to solicit Employer's employees or customers for a period of [Number] months following termination of employment.

Confidentiality: Employee reaffirms their obligation to maintain the confidentiality of Employer's trade secrets and confidential information.

11. Drug and Alcohol Testing

Employee may be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment screening and reasonable suspicion testing, in accordance with Indiana law.

12. Training

Employee is required to participate in all employer-mandated training, certifications, and ongoing skill development programs.

13. Complaint Procedures

Employee may report complaints, safety concerns, discrimination, or harassment claims to [Designated Person/Department].

14. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through [Mediation/Arbitration/Litigation]. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Indiana. The venue for any legal action shall be [County Name] County, Indiana.

15. Miscellaneous

Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Amendment: This Agreement may only be amended in writing, signed by both parties.

Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

Notices: All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when personally delivered or mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the addresses set forth above.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

[Employee Name]

Signature: ____________________________