Production Operator - Day Shift 10hr or 8hr

USMPC Buyer Inc•Kansas City, KS

16d•$21 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Isolatek International is launching a new manufacturing operation focused on the production of FireSolve® fire-protective coating products. Production Operators will play a critical role in establishing safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations from day one. The Production Operator is responsible for safely supporting the manufacture of FireSolve® fire-protective coating products by preparing materials, adding raw materials to production batches, operating production and filling equipment, performing material handling activities, completing required production documentation, and maintaining a clean and safe work area. This position is primarily focused on batch manufacturing activities associated with the production of water-based fire-protective coatings, with additional responsibility for filling operations, forklift operation, equipment cleaning, and general production housekeeping. The Production Operator must follow established batch records, equipment instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety requirements to ensure products are manufactured safely, accurately, and in accordance with company standards.

Requirements

1-4 years of experience manufacturing experience
1-4 years of experience with fork lift experience (certification not required)
High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment.
Ability to read, understand, and follow batch records work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Ability to safely handle raw materials and operate production equipment.
Ability to perform basic math related to weighing, measuring, batch additions, and documentation.
Ability to safely operate or become certified to operate a forklift within 90 days of hire.
Ability to work safely around chemicals, production equipment, forklifts, and industrial processes.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly for extended periods during the shift.
Ability to climb stairs, platforms, or access equipment areas as needed.
Ability to wear required PPE, including respirators for extended periods when required.

Responsibilities

Follow batch records, manufacturing instructions, equipment logs, and standard operating procedures to safely produce products.
Accurately weigh, verify, stage, and add raw materials to production batches.
Support batch manufacturing activities, including material preparation, batch additions, equipment monitoring, and process documentation.
Operate production equipment, including mixers, tanks, pumps, agitators, scales, filling equipment, label printers, drum handling equipment, forklifts, and hand tools.
Operate filling equipment to package finished product according to production requirements and quality standards.
Perform basic equipment setup, operation, cleaning, and minor troubleshooting.
Report equipment issues, material concerns, process deviations, quality concerns, or unsafe conditions to the Shift Leader.
Safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment to move raw materials, packaging materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
Stage materials for production batches and filling operations.
Maintain accurate batch records and equipment logs.
Support inventory accuracy through proper material identification, movement, and organization.
Clean production equipment, work areas, tools, and surrounding production spaces.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production environment in accordance with housekeeping and 5S expectations.
Follow all company safety procedures, including requirements related to Hazard Communication, Chemical Handling, Forklift Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Spill Response, and Housekeeping.
Properly use required personal protective equipment, including respirators when required.
Participate in required safety training and follow all plant rules and procedures.
Perform other production-related duties as assigned.