Production Associate - Thinset - 1st shift (6 am -2:30 pm) & 3rd shift (10 pm - 6:30 am)

Schluter Systems L.P • Plattsburgh, NY

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About The Position

The Production Associate I works in the Thinset Plant, operating mixing and packaging equipment and supporting safe, productive manufacturing. The role includes operating bagging equipment, performing product inspections and production reporting, making product changeovers, maintaining material levels, troubleshooting equipment, and handling finished goods and raw materials with a forklift. The associate follows occupational safety requirements, maintains a clean production floor, reports safety concerns and hazards, and performs machine cleaning and minor preventive maintenance as directed. The position offers 1st shift (6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.) and 3rd shift (10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.); 3rd shift receives a $2.00-per-hour differential. Starting pay is $19.50 per hour.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience as a machine operator in an industrial environment is preferred.
• Computer competency.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Above-average math skills.
• Familiarity with operating automated production equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and use material-handling equipment.
• Forklift experience with a safe driving record is required.
• Ability to work well with others as a team player.

Nice To Haves

• 1–3 years of experience as a machine operator in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing and packaging equipment safely and productively.
• Understand production standards and perform product quality inspections as required.
• Enter data for production reporting.
• Adjust the HMI for bagging machines.
• Perform product changeovers, including changing bag film, chemicals, pallets, and slip sheets.
• Communicate safety, quality, and production issues to the supervisor.
• Follow occupational safety regulations, including lockout/tagout, and use the correct personal protective equipment.
• Maintain good housekeeping on the production floor.
• Report spills, hazards, and safety issues to the supervisor.
• Maintain chemical hopper levels.
• Troubleshoot equipment to keep it operational.
• Clean machines and perform minor preventive maintenance repairs as directed.
• Safely operate a forklift to store finished goods and retrieve raw materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Biannual bonus program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Annual reviews and merit-based raises.
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed