Manufacturing Operator – Packaging, Forklift & SOPs

Balchem Corporation; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Balchem Corporation in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Production Operator II to fulfill daily production demands at the facility, following the production schedule and guidance from leadership.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency as you prepare packaging, operate equipment, maintain records, restock supplies, and collaborate with the operations team to gain deeper process knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; minimum 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift operators permit.
• Detail oriented with a strong work ethic and accuracy.
• Ability to read, interpret charts, graphs, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Vancouver and corporate safety rules, regulations, and policies.
• Prepare for packaging activities and operate packaging equipment per SOPs, GMPs, ISO/FSSC/HACCP and safety guidelines.
• Clean and maintain the plant, grounds and equipment.
• Document data for process operation, testing, cleaning and sanitation.
• Restock supplies, operate forklift and pallet jack, load/unload trucks, recycle product.
• Adhere to quality systems, safety policies and SDS; support process knowledge growth.
• Assist with duties and responsibilities as directed by leadership.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Detail oriented

Mechanical ability

Mathematical skills

Forklift operator permit

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Balchem Corporation in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Production Operator II to fulfill daily production demands at the facility, following the production schedule and guidance from leadership.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency as you prepare packaging, operate equipment, maintain records, restock supplies, and collaborate with the operations team to gain deeper process knowledge.