Manufacturing Operator 1 (Weekend Night)
About The Position
The Manufacturing Operator 1 supports production of PVA sponge products by performing molding, demolding, cleaning, and other manufacturing duties. The operator assists the Lead-Materials Processor with equipment operation to produce products that meet specifications, and helps train and oversee less experienced materials processors to support daily production goals. The role requires following established operating, quality, and safety procedures and contributing to a safe workplace and continuous improvement of personnel safety. The schedule is Thursday and Friday, alternating work weeks through Sunday, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. The stated compensation is $18.05–$22.90 per hour, plus a 17.5% shift differential. Work takes place in a wet environment and involves handling hazardous chemicals, using computers and analytical equipment, and wearing required protective equipment. Regular attendance is required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to follow written instructions.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Average computer skills.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Proven safety record.
- Ability to work on feet for 10–12 hours per shift.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the described lifting, pushing, and pulling tasks.
- Ability to perform repetitive arm and hand movements for periods of up to two hours.
- Clean-shaven within OSHA regulations when required to wear a respirator.
- Regular attendance.
Responsibilities
- Promote a safe workplace and follow established work policies.
- Perform molding, demolding, and other manufacturing duties as required.
- Help train and oversee less experienced manufacturing materials processors to support daily production goals.
- Assist the Lead-Materials Processor with operating manufacturing equipment to produce PVA sponge products that meet product specifications.
- Clean and assemble PVA sponge molds.
- Follow established process operating, quality, and safety procedures.
- Contribute to maintaining and improving overall personnel safety.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
- Attend work regularly.
- Perform manufacturing tasks involving loading and unloading molds, pushing and pulling carts, filling molds, removing cured products, cleaning and preparing molds, processing and neutralizing cast-to-mandrel products, and draining water-filled storage tubs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
