Production Operator – Hydrocal Finish
About The Position
The Production Operator works in the Hydrocal Finish department in a manufacturing setting. The role involves operating production equipment, troubleshooting and adjusting equipment to meet product and quality specifications, recording production data, and applying basic maintenance skills to service equipment. The operator is expected to follow safety and housekeeping requirements and take part in plant safety, workplace organization, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires adaptability to scheduling needs, including third-shift work, overtime assignments, and weekends where applicable. The stated pay range is $27.60–$34.35 per hour, with a $2.50-per-hour third-shift differential. Pay may be adjusted based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Requirements
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing setting and follow plant safety and housekeeping rules.
- Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
- Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
- Proficiency in taking measurements to verify that products meet specifications.
- Basic maintenance skills, including familiarity with and proper use of common hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and putty knives.
- Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
- Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.
- Willingness to support and/or participate in continuous improvement projects.
Responsibilities
- Follow safety and housekeeping requirements in a manufacturing setting.
- Operate production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments to meet product and quality specifications.
- Record production data and other results as required.
- Use basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
- Take an active role in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
- Adapt to scheduling requirements, including shiftwork, overtime assignments, and weekends where applicable.
- Participate in workplace organization and 5S initiatives.
- Support and/or participate in continuous improvement projects.
Benefits
- Two medical insurance options, available on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
- Vision coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- 401(k) Investment Plan with company match.
- Pension plan.
- Life insurance.
- Accident insurance.
- Legal insurance.
- Pet insurance.
- Quarterly bonus potential for hourly employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
