Production Operator- Day/Night Shifts

Zoltek, a subsidiary of Toray Group, is a world leader in the research, development, manufacture, and distribution of industrial grade carbon fiber. Our mission is to lead the commercialization of carbon fiber through our development of a price‑competitive, high‑performance reinforcement for composites used in a broad range of commercial products. Carbon fiber‑reinforced composites are remarkable in their performance characteristics and properties that include high strength, low weight, high stiffness, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and electrical conductivity. As a growing global corporation, we believe that every employee makes an important contribution to the overall success of the company; therefore our objective is to offer an excellent working environment in which all of us can take pride while providing the highest quality products and services to our customers. We currently employ over 2,000 employees at manufacturing facilities located in the United States, Mexico, and Hungary, and our sales and distribution network is worldwide. For current openings in the United States please see the list below and for our international opportunities please use the links above. Equal Opportunity Information Zoltek is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination based on any protected status, workplace harassment/bullying and retaliation for filing a complaint or providing information related to a complaint. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and medical related conditions), age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. It is Zoltek’s policy to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans (including but not limited to, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans). If you are an applicant with a disability and require assistance in the job application process, we invite you to request a reasonable accommodation. Please provide us with your name and contact information by email (View email address on click.appcast.io )or contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. We will respond to your request as soon as possible. Please note: we will only respond to requests relative to accommodations for the job application process. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Position: Production Operator- Day/Night Shifts Location: St. Peters, MO Job Id: 1011 # of Openings: 1 Job Description Title: Production Operator- Day/Night Shifts Reports to: Foreman Location: St. Peters, MO Posted: 6/15/26 Zoltek-Toray Group is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team in St. Peters, MO as Production Operators in our Carbon Fiber Composite Intermediates facility. Zoltek produces essential products based on the definition designated by the CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, a division of the US Department of Homeland Security). Our St. Peters facility supplies global products to wind turbine generators for renewable energy. Zoltek’s manufacturing of pultrusion materials is a key component of the wind turbine blades, which is a critical component to support the US energy infrastructure. Why work at Zoltek Compensation: The starting rate for this role is $18.97/hr., with opportunities for performance‑based increases. Home/Work Life Balance: The full‑time operator positions work 12‑hour shifts. Day shift is 5:45 AM to 6:00 PM. Night shift is 5:45 PM to 6:00 AM. The work week is an alternating 36 or 48 hours (12‑hour shifts rotating on a 2‑week cycle: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off) resulting in a 3‑day weekend every other week and some built in overtime. Development: Zoltek has a developed on‑the‑job training program staffed with dedicated trainers who are here to help you succeed in passing evaluations and substantially increasing your pay. Benefits: Operators are eligible for benefits which include PTO and Sick Time, medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, fitness gym discounts, Safety Shoes Discounts, Prescription Safety Glasses Discount, and life assistance programs. Zoltek does not hire individuals who require sponsorship for employment eligibility in the U.S. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Setting up and operating equipment to process carbon fiber for composite products (pultrusion, etc.) Continuous feeding of batch carbon fiber into machine, inspecting product during production, and inspecting finished goods before shipment Restocking material Packaging, labeling, documentation of products Keeping equipment and work area safe, clean and organized, participating in safety culture Effectively communicating with shift superintendent, foreman, and co‑workers Qualifications Graduation from high school or a GED is preferred Experience of 1 year or more in manufacturing or a factory environment, chemicals/plastics industry experience is a plus Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations, read and interpret documents, follow procedures, document information, communicate effectively with foreman and co‑workers Ability to work in production environment; troubleshoot and take effective corrective action to resolve problems Willingness to maintain a safe and ethical work environment, and work as a team member Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 25+ pounds overhead Must be able to stand for extended periods of time; up to 12 hours Ability to lift, turn, bend, reach, pull, and walk Must be able to wear respirator (no facial hair) Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English Additional Information This position requires applicants being considered to pass a drug test. This position requires a background check to be processed for all applicants being considered. Zoltek is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides a drug free workplace. This position requires employees to wear long pants, long sleeve shirts and steel toe/composite toe footwear. Work Environment Handling of carbon fiber causes moderate to severe itchiness Strong odors present Ability to wear respirator – no facial hair Ability to wear Tyvek suit and work in moderate heat Zoltek is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr ZOLTEK Corporation