Assistant Operator- NIGHTS

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

Assistant Operator

Full‑time position.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour + $1.50 shift differential.

Schedule: 12‑hour shifts, day and night rotations with a two‑week cycle. Week 1: work Monday and Tuesday; off Wednesday and Thursday; work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Week 2: off Monday and Tuesday; work Wednesday and Thursday; off Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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 the warehouse.
• Responsible for maintaining resin silo levels and notifying the proper departments when refilling is required.
• 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 the entire facility.
• Record material identification and amounts of material used.
• Package and properly label finished material and place it in the holding area.
• Perform miscellaneous maintenance on equipment.
• Wear proper safety equipment as specified by the Material Safety Data Sheet.
• Maintain a 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.

Benefits

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

Education

• High school or equivalent (required)

Location

In‑person