Operator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry.  Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide.  In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the consruction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility.  Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025

Sika is looking for an experienced Operator to join our growing team in Versailles, Kentucky.  At Sika, the Operator will operate production equipment in a safe manner to produce parts to specification.

Key Responsibilites:

• Ensure equipment is setup/ functioning properly and notify Supervisor of any issues immediately including issues related to productivity, safety, or quality
• Work to a standardized process by following work instructions and procedures
• Follow latest revisions of all documentation
• Only perform work that you are fully trained to perform
• Do not perform any job assignments that you feel jeopardize the quality of product and notify Supervisor of any circumstance for clarification, questionable feelings
• Read, understand, and follow all quality bulletins posted
• Identify & quarantine all suspect material
• Fill out all documentation & notices fully

Qualifications/Experience:

• Work effectively with coworkers
• Frequently communicates to other operators
• Frequently walks, kneels and stands
• Lift over 40 pounds
• Stand, walk, and climb stairs

Perks & Benefits  

• 401k with Generous Company Match   

• Bonuses  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits  

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Life Insurance 

• Disability Insurance 

• Paid time off, Paid holidays 

• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time 

• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements  

• Education Assistance 

• Professional Development Opportunities  

• Employee Referral Program & More!  

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilites of each role.  Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.