Production Operator

Production Operator

We have first and third shift weigh-up & mixing and machine operator positions available. 3rd shift: Sunday – Thursday, 10:45pm – 7:15am 1st shift: Monday – Friday, 7am – 3:30pm

Within the Protech Group, you will be part of a unique setting to make thousands of products within a team-driven environment of innovators and experts. Everyone has a part to play in our success to formulate the right mix. Our Production Operators are an integral part of ensuring that our powder-coating products are made in a safe, environmentally responsible, efficient, and cost-effective manner for our customers around the world.

Your Skills

• High school diploma.
• Good oral, written and reading skills.
• Dedicated to working safely, as well as dependability, maturity, and productivity.
• Willingness to cooperate, share responsibilities, and take directions including advice from the team and other coworkers in the laboratory, quality control, warehouse, and other related departments.
• Able to plan and organize multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Previous chemical or paint compounding experience is a plus.

Your Challenge

• Abide by the Protech Group's safety regulations and work procedures under the leadership of the shift leader.
• Measure and weigh ingredients as required to meet formulation and compliance regulations.
• Maintain an understanding of weight and volume tolerances, perform simple math including metric conversions.
• Operate mixers, extruders, grinders and other field equipment including pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Assist with the maintenance and cleaning of equipment and work areas.
• Utilize appropriate forms to prepare and measure the required ingredients, log manufacturing data and record processing results.
• Timely report safety and procedural concerns to your shift leader.

Our Offer

• Starting at $19.15 per hour plus overtime and $1 per hour 3rd shift premium.
• Paid time off includes vacation, personal time, holiday, and bereavement.
• Insurance benefits include medical, dental, life and short-term disability insurance.
• 401K retirement plan includes employer contributions.

Our Company

For more than 50 years, the Protech Group has been developing and manufacturing coatings, paints, and specialty materials. Through quality and innovation, we formulate the right mix to protect and enhance what matters most to our customers. Protech Group products are manufactured in more than 20 sites worldwide. We serve our customers in countless markets and industries, including construction, infrastructure, transportation, consumer goods, and healthcare. The Protech Group is an equal opportunity employer.