Hands-On Production Operator I — Employee-Owned

Wikoff Color Corporation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Career development and training

Job summary

Wikoff Color Corporation is seeking a Production Operator to join our employee-owned team. The role involves safe, accurate, and efficient manufacture of products according to defined processes and quality standards, performing batching, blending, filling, packaging, and equipment cleaning.

You will work on the factory floor to meet daily production targets while maintaining a clean, compliant environment, following safety and quality procedures, and keeping accurate production records.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate equipment and follow batch/formulation instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety/quality standards.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix raw materials per batch sheets and production specifications.
• Operate machinery safely and effectively during the production process.
• Fill, label, and package finished goods per quality standards.
• Conduct routine equipment cleaning and maintenance to ensure readiness and safety.
• Maintain production records including quantities, batch numbers, and time logs.
• Report deviations, quality issues, or safety concerns to the Site Leader or QC.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and quality procedures as required.
• Support inventory control through accurate material usage reporting and waste minimization.
• Other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training in manufacturing

Tools

Manufacturing equipment

Batch sheets

Job description

Wikoff Color Corporation is seeking a Production Operator to join our employee-owned team. The role involves safe, accurate, and efficient manufacture of products according to defined processes and quality standards, performing batching, blending, filling, packaging, and equipment cleaning.

You will work on the factory floor to meet daily production targets while maintaining a clean, compliant environment, following safety and quality procedures, and keeping accurate production records.