Production Operator - 1st Shift

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Requirements

• Must be able to continuously lift up to 55 pounds throughout the shift.
• Must have prior manufacturing experience .
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Position Summary

The Production Operator is responsible for setting up and operating equipment used to blend, mix, package, and transport liquid or dry chemical products. This position ensures the production of high-quality products while meeting customer specifications, safety standards, and delivery requirements in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, start, and operate production equipment while ensuring compliance with operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Weigh ingredients according to product specifications and load materials into machinery.
• Ensure the correct ingredients and pre-blended materials are delivered to the production area.
• Monitor production processes and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processing issues as needed.
• Operate machinery used for mixing, extruding, discharging, and material handling.
• Inspect materials visually and physically to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Collect material samples for laboratory evaluation and make batch adjustments as directed.
• Report production issues or concerns to the Production Lead, Shift Supervisor, or Production Supervisor.
• Perform routine machine cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Complete and maintain all required system transactions and production records.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within production systems.
• Maintain production logs, reports, and required documentation.
• Participate in training, retraining, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety policies, work rules, and housekeeping standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use hands for handling equipment and materials.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 55 pounds .
• Occasionally required to handle materials weighing up to 250 pounds with appropriate assistance or equipment.
• Must possess the ability to maintain close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as dictated by plant safety guidelines, including:
  • Safety glasses
  • Safety shoes
  • Dust masks
  • Hard hats
  • Respirators
  • Face shields
  • Hearing protection
  • Chemical-resistant suits
  • Gloves and aprons
• Frequently exposed to:
  • Wet and humid conditions
  • Dust, fumes, and airborne particles
  • Moving mechanical equipment
  • Vibration
  • Non-hazardous chemical agents
  • Outdoor weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to:
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals
  • Electrical hazards
• Noise levels range from moderate to high depending on the work area.

Reporting Structure

Reports to:

• Plant Manager
• Manufacturing Manager
• Production Supervisor
• Shift Supervisor/Lead
• Production Lead

Preferred Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Manufacturing Operations
• Industrial Production
• Mechanical Operations
• Mixing and Blending Processes
• Extrusion Processes
• Plastics Industry
• Colorant Manufacturing
• Cross-Functional Manufacturing Environments
• Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement Techniques

Skills

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Word (Intermediate)
• Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)
• Internet and Computer Navigation (Intermediate)

Personal Skills

• Manual Dexterity (Intermediate)
• Quantitative Skills (Intermediate)
• Reading and Comprehension (Intermediate)
• Conflict Resolution (Intermediate)

Benefits

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible associates, including:

• Medical Coverage (MEC Plan)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nesco Resource is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.