Production Operator, 2nd Shift

Oterra•Sturtevant, WI

2h•$22•Onsite

About The Position

Oterra is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Production Operator to support manufacturing operations by producing, processing, and packaging high-quality color products. Under close supervision, the operator runs and maintains production equipment, prepares materials, follows mixing and blending recipes, and ensures finished products meet established quality specifications. The role works collaboratively with Production and Quality Control teams to maintain efficient operations and follows applicable production procedures, quality standards, sanitation requirements, and safety practices. The position is based in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, in the Production department. It is a second-shift role scheduled from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The manufacturing environment may involve wet, humid, dusty, or noisy conditions; moving machinery; airborne particles or fumes; and caustic chemicals. Employees wear a company-issued uniform and required PPE. Some work may take place in small rooms that require airlock procedures to prevent cross-contamination. The operator must be able to frequently stand and walk; lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; handle materials, tools, equipment, and machine controls; roll bags and scoop materials; kneel, crouch, or crawl; and use feet to operate machinery when required. The work also requires visual acuity, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Compensation is up to USD 22.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic math skills, including calculating and converting weights and volumes using the metric system.
Ability to follow written instructions, production recipes, and established procedures.
Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices, safety guidelines, and sanitation requirements.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
Ability to work effectively with team members, supervisors, and Quality Control personnel.
Ability to safely handle materials and operate production equipment after appropriate training.
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable job requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Previous manufacturing, production, or packaging experience.
Experience with mixing, blending, filling, or processing products.
Forklift operating experience.
Familiarity with basic hand tools and equipment assembly.
Experience using SAP or other manufacturing, inventory, or production tracking systems.
Experience maintaining production records and following quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

Set up, assemble, disassemble, operate, adjust, and clean production equipment used for blending, filling, processing, and packaging color products.
Locate, prepare, transfer, and load raw materials and other ingredients for production.
Move work-in-process and finished products to filling stations, additional processing areas, storage, or shipping.
Prepare packaging materials, including drums, pails, and boxes, and print and apply product labels.
Collect product samples and deliver them to the Quality Control laboratory for testing.
Work with Quality Control technicians and supervisors to make process adjustments so products meet specifications.
Complete production paperwork and accurately enter information into production, laboratory, and inventory records.
Follow production recipes, work instructions, and applicable SAP processes.
Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, quality standards, sanitation requirements, and company safety procedures.
Communicate with coworkers and supervisors about production progress, product quality, and process concerns.