Assistant Operator - 12-Hour Rotations + Benefits

Washington Penn; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 24,435 - 34,801; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Washington Penn is seeking an Assistant Operator for a full‑time position in Kentucky. The role features 12‑hour day/night shifts on a two‑week cycle and a pay rate starting at $20.00 per hour plus a $1.50 shift differential.

The successful candidate will complete the training program, manage material transfers and warehouse locations, monitor silo levels, and provide relief for other operators. A high school diploma is required, with basic computer skills and a willingness to work safely and

Qualifications

• Must be able to work a rotating schedule.
• Basic computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Assistant Operator training program.
• Maintain knowledge of resin material transfer systems and warehouse locations.
• Monitor resin silo levels and coordinate refills with relevant departments.
• Provide relief coverage for other extruders during breaks.
• Record material usage and label finished material properly.
• Wear MSDS-compliant safety gear and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Assist operators and perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Rotating schedule

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Get your career started with Washington Penn as an Assistant Operator.

At Washington Penn we are committed to providing employees with rewarding opportunities and career advancement.

Background: Washington Penn is a family owned, privately held, organization with an international footprint with over 60 years of experience engineering polyolefin compounds. You have almost certainly seen our product without ever even realizing it! Washington Penn is a leading supplier of thermoplastic resins, compounds, and custom formulations. At Washington Penn we hold strong core values which promote industry leading safety, fair treatment, and employee advancement. We believe that our culture sets us apart, and we want you to be a part of that!

An opportunity as an Assistant Operator with Washington Penn means:

Competitive starting pay! Annual merit increases based on performance, and potential opportunity for a bonus twice a year.

Amazing benefits package! Industry leading: health, dental, and vision insurance on the first day of employment. Other insurance including: life, short term disability, and optional long term disability! In addition, we offer a 401k with employer match, profit sharing bonuses, holiday parties, company sponsored outings, and much more!

Our schedule allows for days off during the week and every other weekend is a three day weekend!

Our schedule has two shifts and is on a two week rotation:

Day Shift: 7am – 7pm

Night Shift: 7pm – 7am

Week 1: Work on Monday and Tuesday. Off on Wednesday and Thursday. Work on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Week 2: Off on Monday and Tuesday. Work on Wednesday and Thursday. Off on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Duties and responsibilities of Assistant Operator include:

• Complete the Assistant Operator training program.
• Maintain a knowledge of the raw material transfer systems for the facility extruders.
• Maintain a knowledge of material locations in warehouse.
• Responsible for maintaining resin silo levels and notifying the proper departments when needing refilled.
• Provide relief coverage for other extruders to cover operators during their breaks.
• Receive general instructions and formulations from Shift Supervisor.
• Become familiarized with Material Safety Data Sheets for products being used for safe handling.
• Maintain a knowledge of the Mixer job requirements for entire facility.
• Record material identification and amounts of material used.
• Package and properly label finished material and place in holding area.
• Perform miscellaneous maintenance on equipment.
• Wear proper safety equipment as specified by the Material Safety Data Sheet.
• Maintain clean and safe work area and report all hazards to Supervisor.
• Assist Operators when needed.
• Perform other duties assigned and assignments as directed by Supervisor.
  
  

Preferred experience, training, and skills:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Ability to work within a rotating schedule.
• Basic computer skills, including word-processing, graphics, and spreadsheets.
• Physical requirements:
• Ability to stand/walk up to 12 hours during the day.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs on any particular day.
• Ability to climb stairs multiple times on any particular day.
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour + $1.50 Shift Differential

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
  
  

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed
  
  

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)
  
  

Work Location: In person