General Operator

Synthomer; Mogadore (OH); On-site; USD 24,594 - 35,028; Full time

Job summary

Synthomer is seeking a Production General Operator at its chemical manufacturing plant in Mogadore, Ohio. In this role, you will clean equipment, package products, and transfer materials while ensuring compliance with safety policies.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, good communication skills, and the ability to handle physical tasks. The job requires strong teamwork and commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to handle up to 50 pounds and operate polymerization reactors.
• Familiarity with ISO‑9001 and Process Safety Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean chemical plant equipment and package finished products.
• Transfer pallets and record data.
• Support compliance with EHS policies.

Skills

Reading skills

Applied mathematics

Teamwork

Basic computer applications (Word, Excel, E-mail)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production General Operator

Location: Synthomer Inc. Chemical Manufacturing Plant, Mogadore, Ohio.

Starting pay: $21.64 per hour.

Job Summary: Clean chemical plant equipment and package finished products. Work involves shift work based on seniority, 40 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Miscellaneous cleaning including, but not limited to, tanks, tank cars, polymerization vessels.
• Use fork truck to transfer pallets containing bags of raw materials to mezzanine.
• Record basic data in written and/or electronic format.
• Transfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line and completing hookups.
• Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during, and after transfer.
• Accurately package and label product in totes and drums.
• Know tank capacities for work area.
• Transfer finished product to various packaging.
• Support compliance efforts – RCMS, ISO, PSM, OSHA, etc.
• Manage time to effectively perform multiple job tasks safely and accurately.
• Immediately notify Supervisor of any problems.
• Maintain good written and oral communication skills to interact with various levels of individuals throughout the organization.
• Complete logs, batch sheets, and other required paperwork.
• Handle SAP transactions, shift relief, and shift logs.
• Attend meetings and training as required.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Work various shifts, including off-shift or swing shift as required.
• Follow all EHS policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent – 2 years’ experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Demonstrate pride and ownership in work; positive attitude required.
• Average to above-average skill level in reading, applied mathematics, applied technology, locating information, observation, and teamwork.
• Ability to handle up to 50 pounds and possess physical dexterity to assemble and operate polymerization reactors.
• Follow instructions and record data accurately.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Motivated to learn new tasks, concepts, and applications.
• Working knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, E‑mail).
• Ability to work at heights and walk on grating.
• Work in various climates, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Stand and walk throughout assigned shift.
• Wear a respirator and other required PPE.
• Meet physical requirements of the position.
• Familiarity with ISO‑9001 and Process Safety Management is a plus.