Miller / Compounder

Production Operator / Miller / Compounder

Location: Taunton, MA 02780

Work Schedule: Mon Fri, from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM (3rd Shift)

Pay Rate: $24.27/hour

Contract: Temp-to-hire

Position Summary: The Production Operator is responsible for overseeing and executing various stages of the manufacturing process, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output. This role requires hands-on manipulation of materials, accurate record-keeping, and the ability to troubleshoot and maintain equipment. Candidates should have prior manufacturing experience and be comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience required (experience in manufacturing-adjacent roles also considered)
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds
• Understanding of workplace safety guidelines and ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Core Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation
• Accurately record operational and production data on specified forms
• Transfer materials, supplies, and products between work areas using moving equipment and hand tools
• Visually and physically examine materials, ingredients, and products to meet quality standards
• Follow work orders closely to meet customer specifications and internal processes
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and identify when further maintenance is needed
• Monitor machinery indicators and promptly troubleshoot any issues
• Mix/Compound Blending:
  • Measure ingredients and operate mixing machinery per specifications
  • Transfer and properly label finished batches
  • Complete machine cleanouts between different jobs
  • Submit correctly labeled samples to QA/QC for testing
• Screening:
  • Operate screening equipment to remove impurities
  • Cut, weigh, wrap, and label screened materials to meet production requirements
• Milling:
  • Prepare, weigh, and process batch materials through rolling cylinders
  • Cut and transform materials into thin sheets for extrusion, ensuring proper identification and testing
• Maintain safety and cleanliness standards at all times, adhering to company policies