Production Operator I

Opta Group•Mars, PA

About The Position

The Production Operator I sets up, blends, and packages dry chemical powders and maintains blending tools and equipment. The role makes mixes to specification, packages products, completes production paperwork, samples products for quality checks, and helps maintain a clean and safe production facility. It also involves handling raw materials and finished goods, operating production equipment and vehicles, handling hazardous materials safely, and assisting with maintenance and employee training as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Punctual and dependable.
Reliable transportation to and from work.
Cooperative attitude toward coworkers and supervisors.
Able to work with gloves and eye protection frequently.
Overtime may be required when needed.
Schedule may change on short notice based on customer demand.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift experience.
Previous experience in a production and/or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Make mixes daily as required by specification by weighing and dumping ingredients.
Package materials in bags, jumbo sacks, vessels, or bulk tankers.
Complete daily paperwork.
Sample products for quality checks.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment and perform general cleanup of the production facility.
Assist the maintenance department when required.
Operate a forklift truck and/or yard truck to move trailers.
Unload raw materials and load finished goods.
Operate the control panel.
Handle hazardous materials safely.
Safely operate all equipment used in the production area.
Assist with training new employees.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager or Operations Director.