Foam Production Operator

Essity AB; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Essity AB seeks a production worker for foam products manufacturing in Manchester, CT. The role involves ensuring product quality and compliance with safety standards while working night shifts from Sunday to Thursday. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, be ready to tackle physical tasks, and demonstrate initiative in problem-solving.

Benefits

United Healthcare PPO

401(k) with employer match

Employee discounts program

Scholarship program for children

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Comfortable with wearing a full-face respirator during shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce foam products for wound care manufacturing.
• Adhere to good manufacturing and documentation practices.
• Maintain cleanliness in production areas.

Skills

General Math Computations

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Initiative to Solve Problems

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Essity B 260.4 (-1.4 SEK) on 22-Jun-2025 17:29

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene with our corporate headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, and North American headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company that is committed to breaking barriers to well-being. Essity does this through innovative brands in the areas of Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical Solutions.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being. At Essity you will find a caring and compassionate culture where we remain grounded in our beliefs & behaviors.

About the Role

In this role you will be responsible for the production of foam products used in the manufacturing of wound care products. We're looking for people who embody our values and demonstrate the desire to learn new skills. The ideal candidate should live in Manchester, CT area or be comfortable with the commute.

Sunday - Thursday: 10:00pm - 6:00am

Starting hourly rate $22.00/hour + 10% shift differential

What You Will Do

Production of foam products necessary for the manufacturing of various wound care products within current company policies and procedures.

Adhere to good manufacturing/documentation practices and/or relevant ISO/regulatory standards.

Ensure that all relevant quality paperwork is accurately completed including work orders and cleaning logs.

Comply with OSHA safety and health rules and establish a safety-first mindset.

The orderly storage of work in progress including proper identification of lot designation and product status.

Maintain facility and production area cleanliness.

Evaluate and make recommendations regarding improvements to methods and procedures in assigned areas.

All other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

High School diploma or equivalent.

Comfortable with wearing full-face respirator during shift in a warm environment.

Related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Requires ability to perform general math computations.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in internal settings.

Requires ability to take initiative to solve problems.

Ability to lift to approximately 60 lbs and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.

Ability to stand for up to 8 hours during shift with appropriate rest and meal breaks.

What We Can Offer You

At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Compensation and Benefits:

Expected Compensation

Starting hourly base rate $22.00 + benefits + annual incentive bonus

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance

Wellness program provided through Rally

Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution

Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

PTO offering with Paid Holidays

Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance

Employee discounts program

Scholarship program for children of Essity employees

Collaborative and Inclusive Culture | Empowering & Engaged Leaders | Working with Powerful Purpose & Sustainable Impact | Learning and Growing in your Career | Supporting Well-being & Sustainable Working Life | Life-changing Innovations | Competitive Total Rewards

Location: Manchester, CT

Additional Information

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.