Unit Operator - Color Production - 3rd Shift (10:45 PM - 7:00 AM)

Teknor Apex Company • Jacksonville, TX

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, which grew into Teknor Apex, an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that included acquisitions and expansion, the company now has nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China. Teknor Apex has remained a privately held company, with Fain’s grandson currently at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships enable the company to deliver customized compound solutions and help customers create better products. The company emphasizes that manufacturing is a team sport where employees work together to achieve goals.

Requirements

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to operate in a self-directed environment and complete tasks on time and thoroughly as assigned.
• Ability to demonstrate operational decision as required, maintaining production levels.
• Ability to read and write.
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain established quality standards per production requirements.
• Maintain maximum line speeds and productivity of all machines assigned.
• Demonstrate ability to identify production issues and troubleshoot, as appropriate.
• Complete all required production records accurately and completely.
• Maintain housekeeping and lean manufacturing standards.
• Identify quality issues, attain established productivity standards, and maintain accurate daily production records.
• Understand and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or directed.
• This role is a full time position on-site and timely and regular attendance is crucial to the success of the role.
• There is mandatory overtime associated with the role depending upon the needs of the business.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums
• Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• $1000.00 Sign on Bonus paid out in three installments
• Pay Increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases
• Employee Recognition Program – earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees