Production Floater Production Floater

Production Floater

Location: Northampton, MA (175 Industrial Drive) Pay Rate: $19.00/hour (W-2) Schedule:

1st shift preferred (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, 30-minute lunch)

2nd and 3rd shift candidates will also be considered

Position Overview

Seeking reliable and detail-oriented Production Floaters to support manufacturing operations within its Ceramics division. This role involves hands-on production work from raw materials through finished goods, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Work safely at all times while following company safety policies and procedures
• Support end-to-end production processes including mixing, extrusion, drying, cutting, and firing
• Produce various rod types according to production schedules set by the Production Coordinator
• Balance multiple production steps efficiently to meet customer demand and quality standards
• Track and manage raw materials, consumables, and in-process inventory
• Collaborate with Process Engineering and Management to troubleshoot quality or production issues
• Complete required production and quality documentation accurately
• Perform start-up, shutdown, and clean-out of production equipment
• Adjust processing parameters to meet final product specifications
• Properly store raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods
• Operate forklifts to move pallets, raw materials, and totes (as needed)
• Occasionally work at elevated heights using ladders or platforms
• Pack finished goods for shipment and assist with loading/unloading trucks
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and equipment

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma preferred
• Manufacturing or industrial experience is a plus
• Forklift experience preferred (not required)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, push, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

Additional Information

• Shift Preference: 1st shift preferred; 2nd and 3rd shifts also welcome
• Overtime: As required based on production needs
• Work Environment: Manufacturing / industrial setting