Compounding Production Operator: High-Performance Materials

ADP, Inc.; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Compounding Production Operator at Toray Resin plays a pivotal role in producing high-performance engineered thermoplastics. You will weigh, handle, mix, extrude, pelletize, bag, and stage materials while maintaining accuracy and following SOPs.

Under general supervision, operate a range of machinery, document results, support quality control, and uphold safety and housekeeping standards throughout the facility. A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong communication (oral/written) and math skills.
• Ability to operate basic office machines and forklift.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and adherence to SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Clean, set up, and operate production machinery including extruders, mixers, tumblers, feeders, cutters, classifiers, and pelletizers.
• Weigh and document pigment, additive, and raw materials per instructions; ensure accurate staging and return of materials.
• Transport raw materials and finished products within the warehouse and production areas.
• Provide samples to the Quality Control Lab and maintain effective communication with supervisors and technicians.
• Pack and label raw materials and finished products; ensure proper packaging and palletizing.
• Maintain accurate reports, records, and logs in both paper and electronic formats.
• Monitor inventory levels for pigment and additive materials; communicate with Materials Controller.
• Assist in training new employees and support team collaboration.
• Measure departmental performance and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.
• Uphold Toray’s mission and values in daily operations and decision-making.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas.
• Possess authority to stop production to correct quality issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Math

Interpersonal

Organizational

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

The Compounding Production Operator at Toray Resin plays a pivotal role in producing high-performance engineered thermoplastics. You will weigh, handle, mix, extrude, pelletize, bag, and stage materials while maintaining accuracy and following SOPs.

Under general supervision, operate a range of machinery, document results, support quality control, and uphold safety and housekeeping standards throughout the facility. A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork is essential.