Mid-Shift Mill Operator

Nazdar Company•Shawnee, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nazdar is hiring a Mill Operator to join its ink production team. The role operates manufacturing mills that grind and blend raw materials into finished screen printing inks, while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The operator works with Production and Quality Control to monitor milling, perform quality checks, document production information, and ensure batches meet established specifications. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM. The employee must be available to train on day shift, Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, for the first few weeks. With reasonable accommodation, the role requires extended standing and walking on the production floor; reaching overhead and above the shoulders; bending to retrieve containers and packages; frequently lifting and moving production materials, including items weighing up to 75 pounds; climbing ladders to retrieve materials; talking and hearing; pushing and pulling wheeled materials or equipment weighing up to 4,000 pounds; and distinguishing colors needed for the production process.

Requirements

Manufacturing or production experience is required.
Two or more years of related experience outside of Nazdar, or demonstrated competency in the current position within the company.
Safety-oriented and committed to following established procedures.
Ability to use an iPad and scanners for data entry.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
Ability to follow detailed production specifications and instructions.
Dependable and committed to maintaining a consistent work schedule.
Able to work independently while also being a strong team player.
Must be available to train on day shift, Monday through Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, for the first few weeks.

Responsibilities

Operate a 3-roll mill in a continuous production and processing operation.
Follow established production process specifications and instructions from leads or higher-level technical personnel.
Monitor mill operations and report equipment malfunctions or abnormalities to the supervisor.
Perform grind checks after the required number of passes are completed.
Determine whether additional passes are needed based on grind results.
Accurately record production and grind information on batch tickets, including grind approval, batch weight, and number of passes.
Submit completed batch tickets to Quality Control for approval.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area.
Perform work according to established safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures.
Assist with other production duties and responsibilities as assigned.