General Production Worker

General Production Worker

$24.05/hr + OT

AFTER 1 YEAR YOU WILL BE AT $28HR!!!

Job Description

Join our team as a General Production Worker in the rubber cutting department where you will load machinery with rubber, package rubber additives into bags or boxes, and work on an assembly line packaging finished products. This role involves manual lifting of up to 60lbs, utilizing lifting equipment, wrapping pallets of finished products, and using pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Load machinery with rubber in the rubber cutting department.
• Package rubber additives into bags and boxes.
• Work on an assembly line packaging finished products.
• Lift up to 60lbs of product manually and use lifting equipment as needed.
• Wrap pallets of finished products and operate pallet jacks.

Essential Skills

• Experience in machine operation within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs semi-frequently.
• Capability to remain on feet for an entire 8-hour shift.
• Comfortable working with chemicals.
• Ability to wear a respirator/hazmat suit for the entirety of the shift.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with tools such as tow motors, forklifts, and packaging machinery.
• Experience in roles such as Blending, Manufacturing Operator, Production Operator, Chemical Operator, and Batch Ticket handling.
• Military experience is a plus.

Why Work Here?

This position offers the chance to work with an industry leader in the rubber and chemical manufacturing sectors, known for promoting from within and providing cross-training opportunities. You will receive overtime pay, pay increases after hire, and training in both machine operation and chemical handling. Employees have a history of long-term commitment to the company, exemplified by leadership tenures of over 25 years.

Work Environment

The work environment at Rhein Chemie, a subsidiary of Lanxess Corporation, is part of a large global chemical manufacturing company based in Germany. The company supplies chemicals and chemical additives, primarily to the rubber industry. Employees work in a setting that requires the use of respirators and hazmat suits, ensuring safety while handling chemicals.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CHARDON, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.05 - $25.05/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CHARDON,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.