2nd Shift Manufacturing Operator

Tremco; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Performance-based bonus

Continuing education

Job summary

Tremco is seeking an Operator to start up, troubleshoot, and operate production equipment in a 1st shift, with potential transition to 2nd/3rd shifts after probation. Located at an early-stage plant, the role emphasizes safety, line efficiency, and adherence to specifications.

Key tasks include monitoring line performance, material handling with a forklift, batch preparation, and quality checks. Union position with comprehensive benefits and growth through potential permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of mathematics (addition, subtraction, fractions).
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions.
• Forklift certificate and operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Monitors line metrics and communicates with shift lead.
• Operates forklift to move raw materials and finished products.
• Performs quality tests on batches and ensures proper labeling.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Instruction comprehension

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Starting in the Felt Department or Roofing Department of the East 80th Cleveland Manufacturing Plant, the Operator will start up, troubleshoot, and operate manufacturing and production equipment safely and routinely, while achieving or exceeding standard levels of production, according to specifications. This position can turn into a regular, full-time, union position if the employee completes the probationary period. During the probationary period, this position will work on the 1st Shift. If the employee successfully completes the probationary period and becomes a regular employee, the position will most likely change to 2nd or 3rd shift, depending on the Plant's needs.

3-SHIFT FACILITY:

• 1st Shift: 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• 2nd Shift: 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Shift Differential of $0.75)
• 3rd Shift: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. (Shift Differential of $1.00)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs work safely, according to safety rules and guidelines, and follows Tremco's Escalation Policy for any safety or quality concerns.
• Communicates with Team Lead and/or Supervisor during shift changes and throughout shift.
• Understands and operates the HMI at the various stations along the line to keep the line operating safely and efficiently.
• Monitors weight, speed, and other metrics along the line.
• Operates forklift to move raw materials, load carrier, and move finished product.
• Makes raw material batches in the appropriate mixer(s), according to specifications.
• Performs quality control tests on the batches, per established guidelines.
• Ensures proper labels are being used on the taping machine.
• Fills appropriate-sized pails, drums, or totes, labels filled items, and places pails/drums on pallet.
• Performs daily housekeeping/cleaning of immediate area and other surrounding areas and departments, as needed.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• No prior education or experience required.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, or similar industry experience preferred.

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic knowledge of mathematics-i.e., addition, subtraction, fractions, etc.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions.
• Forklift Certificate and operations experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• This is a United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 70 - Union Position and Facility.

BENEFITS:

• Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance-Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.