Production Operator - 1st Shift

Production Operator

Pay: $16.50 1st Shift: 5:00 AM–3:00 PM

We are hiring Production Operators for a rubber manufacturing facility producing materials used in the tire industry and other industrial applications. This is a hands-on manufacturing position in a dirty, chemically driven production environment. Employees will work with rubber compounds, carbon black, oils, chemicals, and other raw materials. Candidates must be comfortable with physical work and industrial manufacturing conditions.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate industrial rubber mixing and production equipment
• Read and follow manufacturing batch tickets and mixing instructions
• Identify raw materials using material codes and descriptions
• Load and properly mix raw materials according to production specifications
• Operate mixer controls, including the oil injection system
• Follow daily production schedules and meet scheduled batch requirements
• Complete batch tickets, daily production reports, and other required documentation
• Make and position supersacks for the mixer discharge chute
• Clean mixing equipment as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Properly handle and return oil drums to designated warehouse locations
• Drain or combine empty oil drums when required
• Communicate production, quality, equipment, and safety issues to your supervisor
• Assist in other production areas as needed
• Follow all company safety procedures and requirements

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience required
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with industrial equipment
• Previous rubber manufacturing or mixing experience preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Comfortable working around chemicals, carbon black, rubber, oils, dust, and industrial odors
• Able to read and follow detailed production and batch instructions
• Able to accurately complete production paperwork
• Must be able to stand and remain on your feet throughout an 8– 10 hour shift
• Must be able to repeatedly climb stairs throughout the shift
• Must be capable of heavy lifting and physically demanding work
• Must be medically approved to wear required respiratory protection
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work as part of a team

Candidates with experience in manufacturing, rubber, chemical processing, mixing, compounding, plastics, tire production, or similar industrial environments are encouraged to apply.