Production Operator

Clarios•Middletown, DE

34d•$15 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Our Middletown, Delaware facility is a distribution center where we charge, package, and ship batteries used in cars, boats, and heavy-duty trucks. Since opening in 2011, we have grown to employ more than 350 people and operate six days per week. We are proud to support local organizations, including the Middletown/Odessa/Townsend Senior Center and area fire departments. Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
1+ year of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts (days or nights) and overtime/weekends as needed
Comfortable working in a hot environment and performing physical tasks (standing, bending, twisting, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs.)
Basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills
Must be able to wear required PPE (uniform, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves)
U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident status required (no sponsorship available)

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor automated and semi-automated production machinery to produce automotive batteries
Conduct quality checks and maintain accurate production records
Perform basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance such as cleaning, greasing, and small part replacements
Maintain a clean and safe work environment following 5S and safety standards
Adhere to all safety protocols including use of PPE