Manufacturing Batchmaker

ManpowerGroup; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Manufacturing Batchmaker in Shawnee, KS to support the production team on batch processes. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and learning across multiple weight-based tasks.

You will weigh raw materials and finished goods, track lot numbers, and assist in training others while following SOPs. The position offers opportunities to contribute to quality and efficiency in a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing/production
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Two or more years of related experience
• Ability to utilize iPad and scanners for data entry
• Safety-oriented mindset and adherence to SOPs
• Comfortable working in a non-climate controlled environment
• Vision to distinguish colors

Responsibilities

• Weigh finished goods and raw materials per specifications and process steps.
• Perform pre-mill paste, resin solutions and batch blends across processes.
• Record material weights and lot numbers on production records and monitor sequence.
• Provide samples to QC and follow adjustments; clean equipment and work areas daily.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Ability to learn new systems

Tools

iPad and scanners

Job description

Our client, is seeking a Manufacturing Batchmaker to join their team. As a Manufacturing Batchmaker, you will be part of the Production team supporting special production processes. The ideal candidate will have a safety-first mindset, strong attention to detail, and the drive to learn and help train others, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Manufacturing Batchmaker

Location: Shawnee, KS

Pay Range: $23.00

Shift: Monday - Thursday 1:30pm - Midnight + Occ. OT

What's the Job? Weigh quantities of finished goods and raw materials for special production processes, following product and processing specifications as directed by lead personnel.

• Perform pre-mill paste, resin solutions, small batch blends, blends, and finish offs across assigned batch processes, with the ability to work and train in 3 of our 7 batch processes: Varnish, Easterday, Digital, Batch, Small Batch, Pigment Weigh Up, and Utility.

• Determine types and quantities of materials to weigh; place loose or packaged materials on scales and add or remove portions to obtain specified weight.

• Record material weights and lot numbers of raw materials used on production records; follow process instructions including proper sequence of raw material introduction, temperature monitoring, and grind checks at appropriate intervals.

• Provide samples to QC at each appropriate step for approval; follow QC instructions for adjustments and complete batches; clean equipment and surrounding floor areas at the end of each workday.

What's Needed?

• Background in manufacturing/production required.

• Ability to tolerate non-climate controlled environment

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

• Climb ladders to retrieve materials

• Vision abilities required to distinguish colors.

• Employees will be regularly exposed to the scents and odors associated with production.

• Comfortable getting dirty at times.

• Two or more years of related experience.

• Ability to utilize iPad and scanners for data entry.

• Safety-oriented mindset and commitment to following pre-established safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to build expertise across multiple batch processes and contribute to consistent, quality-focused production.

• Chance to support training, onboarding, and cross-training of new and existing employees on job tasks, processes, equipment, quality standards, and safety procedures.

• Clear expectations and structured work aligned to safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures.

• Hands-on role where your attention to weight, lot tracking, and process steps directly impacts batch outcomes.

• Support for continuous improvement through QC sampling, feedback, and process adjustments.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k)

• Onsite Fitness Center

• Uniforms provided

• After 60 days eligible for:

• 120 hours of PTO

• 30 hours floating holiday

• 20 hours of volunteer time off

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals.

In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.