Lead Operator |3rd Shift | Rancho Dominiguez, CA

TECHMER P.M; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Techmer PM in Compton, CA is seeking a 3rd Shift Lead Operator for our Rancho Dominguez facility. The role runs 9:00 PM–5:30 AM, Monday–Friday, with training on 1st/2nd shifts. Salary ranges from $27.50 to $31.00 per hour. On-site position requiring hands-on supervision of production lines and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include training, changeovers, quality checks, packaging compliance, and keeping accurate shift records. Strong teamwork and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years extrusion machine operation and mixing experience.
• Experience in a production/manufacturing environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Train new employees to operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Lead changeovers to minimize downtime and ensure readiness.
• Coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment in good condition.
• Inspect finished boxes and verify quality standards.
• Verify packaging materials per policies.
• Support production teams to maintain steady workflow.
• Maintain production records and report deviations.
• Use D365, PTS and RF Scan Gun during shifts.
• Ensure smooth shift handoffs and breaks coverage.

Skills

Deductive Reasoning

Mathematical Reasoning

Problem Sensitivity

Inductive Reasoning

Oral Expression

Visualization

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Complex Problem Solving

Judgment and Decision Making

Systems Analysis

Systems Evaluation

Time Management

Mathematics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

D365

PTS

RF Scan Gun

Job description

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Locations

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Compton, CA 90220, USA

• On-site
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: LEADO002097

Description

We are Techmer PM — the world’s foremost materials design firm, creating custom polymers that make up essential products. Through our long-standing partnerships with processors, original equipment manufacturers, and product designers, we’ve worked for decades to tackle manufacturing and business challenges through sustainable, future-minded solutions.

We are currently seeking a 3rd Shift Lead Operator for our Rancho Dominguez, California facility. This position will be on the 3rd shift which is 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM, Monday through Friday. Training will be conducted on either 1st shift or 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday. Salary range for this position is $27.50 - $31.00 per hour.

Job Purpose:

Responsible for overseeing the efficient and safe operation of production lines within assigned bays. This role involves assisting with changeovers, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation, verifying start-up procedures, monitoring finished products, troubleshooting/problem solving and training new employees. Safety is the top priority in all operations and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Training and Safety

• Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed, and that safety is prioritized in all operations.

Changeovers and Clean Downs

• Assist with equipment changeovers to minimize downtime.
• Sign off on clean down checklists to ensure thorough sanitation and readiness for production.

Resource Management

• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and coordinate with maintenance and supervisor to correct any issues.
• Make sure all proper tools are available and usable at each workstation.
• Be present at the production lines during start-up.
• Verify that no contamination is present before the first box is packed.

Quality Control

• Inspect finished boxes before they leave the bay to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Ensure all required samples are taken and documented.

Packaging Compliance

• Verify that the correct packaging materials are used according to policies and procedures (P&P).

Operational Oversight

• Monitor and support the production team to maintain consistent workflow.
• Address any operational issues promptly to minimize disruptions.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of production activities, clean down procedures, and quality checks.
• Report any deviations or issues to the supervisor/manager.
• Ability to use D365, PTS and RF Scan Gun.
• Ensure all selected information is transferred at shift change to ensure a smooth transition.
• Coordinate with lab and supervisor on items that may need corrected.
• Must be present and punctual on all scheduled workdays.
• Coordinate all breaks and lunches for machine coverage.

Core Competencies:

Deductive Reasoning -- The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Mathematical Reasoning -- The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Problem Sensitivity -- The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Inductive Reasoning -- The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Oral Expression -- The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Visualization -- The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Systems Analysis -- Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Systems Evaluation -- Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5 years’ experience in extrusion machine operating and mixing

Salary range for this position is $27.50 - $31.00 per hour.

Qualifications

Experience

Required

4 years: Extrusion Operator

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