1st Shift Production Operator- Sign-On Bonus Available!

Job Description

Job Description

NOW HIRING: Production Operators Join a Team That Rewards Your Hard Work!

Pay Range: $20.00 – $22.00 / Hour

Location: Dayville, CT

Why Join Miyoshi America?

• Stable and growing manufacturing company with a strong commitment to quality and employee development.
• Team-oriented culture where employees are valued, respected, and supported.
• Opportunities to learn new skills and advance within the organization.
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness programs designed to support you both inside and outside of work.
• A safety-focused workplace where teamwork and continuous improvement are encouraged every day.

We believe in work-life balance. Pick the schedule that best fits your lifestyle:

• Early Bird: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

• Standard Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

• Perfect Attendance Bonus: Earn extra cash paid out every single month .

• Skill-Based Pay Increases: Earn up to an additional $1.00/hour in your first year as you learn, build skills, and advance!

Basic Function: To perform daily assigned manufacturing and processing work assigned by the immediate supervisor.

• Production & Processing: Read routing/work orders to perform assigned work (batching, pulverizing, staging, and cleaning).

• Equipment Operation: Depending on skill level, operate equipment including Pulverizers, Mills (Beadmill, Jet Mill, 3 Roll Mill), Mixers (Heating, Paddle, Shaffer), Ovens, Sifters, and Bag Houses.

• Quality Control: Document each phase of production (Batch Sheets, Daily Equipment Logs). Ensure products do not advance if there are any non-conformances, and immediately notify a supervisor.

• Safety & Compliance: Comply with all procedural, safety, regulatory, and cGMP requirements to maintain a clean, safe environment. Identify raw material or equipment variations affecting quality or safety.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

• Strong team player who is flexible to move between production lines as trained.

• Forklift experience is a plus, but we provide training and certification for qualified candidates.

• Enjoys active, hands-on work and can remain on their feet throughout the shift in a fast-paced production environment.

• Capable of safely handling and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds as part of regular production activities.

• Comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment, including occasional exposure to elevated temperatures in certain production areas.

• Ability to wear a respirator when necessary and meet uniform requirements (long sleeves/pants, occasional Tyvek suit).

Time Off & Financial Benefits

• Competitive vacation allowance
• Paid sick time
• Holiday pay
• Overtime opportunities

Health & Wellness

• $200 Annual Wellness Reimbursement
• Wellness Wednesdays
• Employee assistance and wellness resources

Culture & Recognition

• Summer ice cream truck visits
• Employee appreciation events throughout the year
• Team-focused work environment
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development

At Miyoshi America, our employees are the foundation of our success. We're looking for motivated individuals who take pride in their work, value teamwork, and want to build a long-term career with a company that invests in its people.