Kiln Packaging Associate - Night Shift (Christy Catalytics Crooksville Ohio)

Location: Crooksville, OH Hours: Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Schedule: 36 hours one week / 48 hours the next Pay Rate: $20.00/hour

WHY JOIN US

Gain valuable hands-on experience. Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and make a meaningful impact. Training is provided for key job functions, such as forklift operation and quality control testing. Excellent culture and supportive leadership that values every team member.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated individual for a hands-on Kiln Packaging position that requires achieving high standards of quality, productivity, and safety. This position involves unloading and packaging finished products, performing quality control testing, and assisting with kiln car movement and maintenance. This position requires physical labor, including lifting objects in excess of 50 lbs. It is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, staying active, and contributing to a team.

POSITION DETAILS

Continuously think of ways to improve work processes, safety, and efficiency, and share ideas, no matter how big or small. Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Unload finished products from kiln cars. Ensure finished products are packaged correctly, safely, and professionally. Perform quality control testing, including Crush, Drop, Sizing, and Water Absorption testing. Record quality testing results and quarantine any product found to be out of specification. Move kiln cars along the tracks to where they are needed. Assist with cleaning, repairing, and maintaining kiln cars. Maintain a clean and safe work area. Operate a forklift (training provided). Perform other duties as required or instructed by the shift supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED preferred. Basic math skills. Mechanically inclined with an aptitude for working with tools, equipment, and hands-on tasks. Experience in industrial or manufacturing work is a plus, but not required. Ability to learn and use measuring devices such as calipers, steel rules, and tape measures. Ability to learn to operate quality control testing equipment. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Physical Requirements Ability to perform prolonged physical exertion. Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Capable of standing for long periods and performing the physical duties required in a manufacturing environment. Christy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Drug Screen & Background Check Disclaimer All offers of employment with any Christy company are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, when applicable, a drug screen. Background checks are conducted on all final candidates and may also be conducted for employees being promoted or transferred, as deemed necessary. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, the following: Social Security verification: Confirms the applicant's Social Security number, date of birth, and prior addresses. Criminal history: Reviews up to seven years of criminal convictions and probation records, where permitted by law. When evaluating criminal history, Christy will consider: The nature and seriousness of the offense and its relevance to the position. The time elapsed since the offense or completion of sentence. The number of offenses. Whether hiring, transferring, or promoting the individual would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers, or vendors. Drug screen: Christy is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and maintains a testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Following a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. Additional background-related evaluations may be required based on the position: Essential Functions Test: Assessments functional and physical capabilities to determine whether the candidate can perform essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates may also receive guidance on safe body mechanics, lifting techniques, and posture for daily tasks. Personal and professional references: Reference checks may be conducted, typically via virtual or email outreach to individuals listed by the applicant. All background check and related evaluation information will be maintained in a file separate from employees' personnel files. Christy reserves the right to modify this policy at any time, with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Christy Co