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Reel Core Since 1993 Reel-Core has used a proprietary blow-molded reel design to revolutionize the industry.

At Reel Core we understand that industrial packaging should be functional, economical and sustainable. This understanding led us to create a revolutionary new reel design for hose, rope and extruded products. In 1993 our product concept took shape when we started using blow-molding to manufacture our patented reel. Our unique design utilizes components that are interchangeable, light yet strong and 100% recyclable. The resulting product ships knocked down and assembles on site without mechanical fasteners, thus reducing shipping costs and saving warehouse space. Over 20 years later our innovative reels are still the preferred choice of industrial manufacturers around the world.

Reel Core received an Alliant Energy Award!Reel-Core Inc. - Energy Impact Saver AwardAir Compressor Project saved over 7...
10/12/2026

Reel Core received an Alliant Energy Award!
Reel-Core Inc. - Energy Impact Saver Award
Air Compressor Project saved over 78,862 kWh (Equivalent to greenhouse gas emissions from an average car driving 127,933 miles)

Alliant Energy for Decorah Michaels Energy - an Inc. 5000 Company

Reel Core received an Alliant Energy Award!Reel-Core Inc. - Energy Impact Saver AwardAir Compressor Project saved over 7...
10/12/2026

Reel Core received an Alliant Energy Award!

Reel-Core Inc. - Energy Impact Saver Award
Air Compressor Project saved over 78,862 kWh (Equivalent to greenhouse gas emissions from an average car driving 127,933 miles)

Congratulations to Luther College, WinnMed, and Waukon's Reel Core on receiving Alliant Energy Awards today!

Winneshiek Medical Center - Premier Energy Champion Award
Building Additions & Renovation project choices saved 139,571 kWh (Equivalent to the CO2 emissions from the electricity use of 19.5 homes for an entire year)

Luther College - Energy Impact Saver Award
The Gerdin Fieldhouse Renovation made project choices that saved over 74,775 kWh

Reel-Core Inc. - Energy Impact Saver Award
Air Compressor Project saved over 78,862 kWh (Equivalent to greenhouse gas emissions from an average car driving 127,933 miles)

Pictured: Abbey Schmidt (Engineer w/ Michaels Energy), Gygy Cervantes (w/ Reel-Core), Kara Holmstrom and Renae Hartl (Luther College), Matt Keabert (Energy Advisor w/ Michaels Energy), Torri Freese and Devin Wever (Alliant Energy for Decorah)

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Now Hiring:1st Shift Machine Operators $18/hrSolicitando:1er turno Operadores de maquina $18/hr
10/06/2026

Now Hiring:
1st Shift Machine Operators $18/hr

Solicitando:
1er turno Operadores de maquina $18/hr

JOIN OUR TEAM

Now Hiring:2nd Shift Machine Operators $19/hr2nd Shift Production AssistantSolicitando: Operadores de maquina 2ndo turno...
10/05/2026

Now Hiring:
2nd Shift Machine Operators $19/hr
2nd Shift Production Assistant

Solicitando:
Operadores de maquina 2ndo turno - $19/hr

JOIN OUR TEAM

Happy October! Shout out to this months work anniversaries! Brian -33 yearsDave - 30 YearsSidney - 13 YearsSamuel - 5 Ye...
10/02/2026

Happy October! Shout out to this months work anniversaries!
Brian -33 years
Dave - 30 Years
Sidney - 13 Years
Samuel - 5 Years
Rivaldo - 4 Years

Reel Core is currently looking to fill a 2nd shift Production Assistant role who will utilize their current skills and s...
09/30/2026

Reel Core is currently looking to fill a 2nd shift Production Assistant role who will utilize their current skills and start a new career!

Reel Core offers college-level training and cross-training programs to build off skills that you already have!

In this Production/Process/QC Tech role you will:
Be cross-trained in quality, materials, machine operator and warehouser
Be utilized as a back-up in the different departments as needed by the shift supervisor
What you bring to the job:
A minimum of six months of experience in a manufacturing setting
Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment
Previous experience in forklift operation, quality control, warehouse
Ability to operate manufacturing equipment and a variety of tools
Strong desire for accuracy and high attention to detail skills
Self-motivated
Strong communication, reading and writing skills

What’s in it for you?
2nd shift: Monday-Friday, 2 PM - 10 PM
3 weeks of hands-on training with a trainer
Health, life, dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
401(k) with employer matching program
Gym membership reimbursement
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Weekly pay
Paid lunch and break times
Annual bonus
Friendly teamwork environment
Wage determined by skills/experience

If this sounds like the job for you, apply today and schedule a tour of your new job site!

Reel Core is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

JOIN OUR TEAM

Now Hiring- Waukon, IA:1st Shift Production Workers- $18/hr2nd Shift Production Workers- $19/hr2nd Shift Production Assi...
09/08/2026

Now Hiring- Waukon, IA:
1st Shift Production Workers- $18/hr
2nd Shift Production Workers- $19/hr
2nd Shift Production Assistant - $19/hr
3rd Shift Production Workers - $20/hr

Solicitando - Waukon, IA:
Primer turno Operadores de Maquina- $18/hr
Segundo turno Operadores de Maquina - $19/hr
Segundo turno Assistente de Produccion - $19/hr
Tercer turno Operadored de Maquina - $20/hr

Apply at/Somete su solicitud:

JOIN OUR TEAM

September got here so fast we missed August work anniversaries! Happy work anniversaries for August and September:Ron - ...
09/04/2026

September got here so fast we missed August work anniversaries!
Happy work anniversaries for August and September:
Ron - 26 Years
Luis - 21 Years
Jordan - 12 Years
Sharon - 5 Years
Gygy - 9 Years
Dakota - 5 Years
Agustina - 1 Year
Rosy - 13 Years
Joshua H - 8 Years
Derinda - 5 Years
Jeremy - 7 Years
Michelle - 7 Years
Alexander - 2 Years
Jaquelin - 1 Year

Friendly reminder that we will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day! Have a safe holiday weekend!
09/02/2026

Friendly reminder that we will be closed Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day! Have a safe holiday weekend!

08/27/2026

Reel Core is currently looking to fill some 2nd shift Production Assistant roles who will utilize their current skills and start a new career!

Reel Core offers college-level training and cross-training programs to build off skills that you already have!

In this Production/Process/QC Tech role you will:

Be cross-trained in quality, materials, machine operator and warehouser
Be utilized as a back-up in the different departments as needed by the shift supervisor
What you bring to the job:

A minimum of six months of experience in a manufacturing setting
Previous experience within high-speed industrial environment
Previous experience in forklift operation, quality control, warehouse
Ability to operate manufacturing equipment and a variety of tools
Strong desire for accuracy and high attention to detail skills
Self-motivated
Strong communication, reading and writing skills
What’s in it for you?

2nd shift: Monday-Friday, 2 PM - 10 PM
Starting Wage $19.00/hr
3 weeks of hands-on training with a trainer
Health, life, dental and vision insurance
Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
401(k) with employer matching program
Gym membership reimbursement
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Weekly pay
Paid lunch and break times
Annual bonus
Friendly teamwork environment
Wage determined by skills/experience
If this sounds like the job for you, apply today and schedule a tour of your new job site!

Reel Core is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
https://www.reelcore.com/apply

Address

904 3rd Avenue SW
Waukon, IA
52172

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15635686307

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