Production Operator - 2nd Shift

Production Operator

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM Training: First shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Responsible for setting up and operating production machinery in a manufacturing environment. Ensures materials are processed safely and efficiently according to established recipes, procedures, and quality standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and operate production machinery.
• Weigh and add ingredients according to recipe specifications.
• Monitor production and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues.
• Operate machinery to mix, extrude, discharge, and handle materials.
• Collect product samples for laboratory evaluation and follow instructions for approved batch adjustments.
• Perform required machine cleaning.
• Complete production logs, reports, and other required documentation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent training and experience.
• Previous industrial or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to work with different units and measurements, including weight, volume, density, and distance.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and communicate effectively.
• Ability to walk and frequently use hands.
• Occasionally bend, stoop, and climb ladders or stairs.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Work in a manufacturing environment with potentially loud noise.
• Must wear required PPE, including safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, hard hat, and respiratory protection as required.
• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• May work in extreme heat and humidity and may occasionally be exposed to dust or fumes.

Benefits

Nesco Resource offers eligible associates a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.