Manufacturing Operator | Day Shift | 2-2-3 Schedule Operation

Techmer Career•Clinton, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Techmer PM is seeking a Machine Operator at its Clinton, Tennessee facility. The role operates key manufacturing equipment to produce plastic compounds for specialty customer applications. The operator follows standard operating procedures to work safely, participates in process measurement, control, and improvement, and learns the operating parameters needed to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards. Training takes place Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., until the department transitions to the permanent day shift. The permanent schedule is a 2-2-3 rotation with no swing shift. Pay starts at $18.50 per hour, depending on experience, with a $0.50 shift differential noted in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to lift 55 pounds frequently.
Ability to learn the functionality of plant equipment.
Strong communication skills.
Basic knowledge of operating an extruder or mixing equipment.
General mechanical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot problems.

Nice To Haves

Two years of manufacturing experience is preferred.
Extrusion experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Operate key manufacturing equipment to produce plastic compounds for customer applications.
Follow standard operating procedures to protect personal safety, coworkers, and the facility.
Participate in process measurement, control, and improvement for assigned tasks.
Learn and apply operating parameters to ensure products meet specifications and quality standards.
Learn the functionality of plant equipment and pre- and postproduction operations such as drying, bagging, and grinding.
Troubleshoot equipment or process problems.

Benefits

Medical benefits eligibility on the first day.
High-deductible health plan offering that includes up to $1,000 per year toward a Health Savings Account.
Free Teladoc membership when enrolled in medical benefits.
Employee Assistance Program with five free counseling sessions per year and access to free legal guidance.
401(k) with a 6% company match; employees are 100% vested from their first day of contribution.
Free investment consultation services for the 401(k) plan.
Company-paid disability and life insurance.
Ten vacation days per year, prorated in the first year.
Ten company-paid holidays.
Two weeks of parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement up to a $20,000 lifetime maximum.
Annual salary reviews and bonus opportunities.
Shift differential for hourly employees working second and third shifts.
Hourly employees are paid weekly on Friday.