Manufacturing Production Operator

Minerals Technologies; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Production Worker to join their team in Baton Rouge. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate essential production equipment and contribute to the quality of mineral-based products. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth operations while maintaining safety and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. With a strong focus on teamwork and quality, this position promises a rewarding experience in a company committed to innovation and excellence. If you have a mechanical aptitude and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Health/Dental/Vision Plans

401k Company Match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of production experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate various production equipment including mixers and forklifts.
• Maintain quality of the product and perform SPC functions.
• Ensure a safe and organized workplace.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Safety Awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Mobile Equipment

Job description

Overview

Minerals Technologies Inc.(MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world.

Position: Manufacturing Production Worker

Location: USA | Baton Rouge, LA

Job Summary

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Production Operator at our Baton Rouge, LA location. The Production Operator under minimal supervision, is responsible for making decisions necessary to produce a quality product at optimum production levels. This includes but is not limited to operating all plant equipment; performing all tasks in a safe manner; maintaining equipment as required and maintaining an organized workplace. Forklift experience required.

Compensation: $20 per hour

Responsibilities

• Operates the mixer circuit
• Operates the front end loader
• Operates the crushing circuit
• Operates the pulverizing circuit
• Adds the proper additives to batches
• Packs finished goods
• Operates mobile equipment (Front End Loader & Forklift)
• Operates stretch wrap equipment
• Warehouses finished goods
• Unloads inbound trucks
• Loads outbound trucks/rail cars
• Maintains the quality of the product
• Performs all SPC functions
• Maintains equipment as required
• Maintains records related to the production, warehousing and shipping functions
• Must perform all functions in a safe manner
• Maintains an organized workplace
• Assumes some of the responsibilities of the Process/Production Supervisor when needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Ability to read and speak English.

Experience: At least 2 years of production experience in a manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Strong mechanical aptitude, mobile equipment and computer experience desirable. Lean Manufacturing experience also desirable. Communication, interpersonal, adaptability, ability to learn quickly, initiative, integrity, customer and quality focus, judgment/problem-solving, safety awareness.

Physical/Mental: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, must be able to withstand the physical pressures of constant standing, walking, bending, climbing, kneeling, crouching, reaching, sitting, extremes of hot and cold, as well as carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling heavy objects. Must be able to handle a high level of stress. Required to make quality and processing decisions and balance multiple priorities successfully. Front end loader experience required.

Work Hours: May require working rotating shifts, emergency call outs, and overtime.

EOE | mineralstech.com

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Health/Dental/Vision plans
• 401k company match
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan