Manufacturing Production Operator

Washington Mills; North Grafton (MA); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive pay

World-class medical and dental plans

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Company-paid life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Family-friendly personal leave

Descripción de la vacante

Washington Mills is seeking a Manufacturing Production Operator for the 1st shift in North Grafton, MA. You will monitor and operate crushing and grading equipment, handle abrasive grain, and prepare shipments while maintaining safety and teamwork.

The role requires basic math and computer skills, a High School Diploma or equivalent, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Overtime on Fridays is possible in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent; higher education a plus
• Basic computer skills and math calculations
• Ability to read, write and speak English; Spanish a plus
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to production demands
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand up to 10 hours

Responsabilidades

• Operate and monitor crushing and grading equipment
• Handle and palletize abrasive grain and containers
• Maintain housekeeping and safe working conditions
• Identify potential mechanical issues and report them
• Assist in various duties as needed

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Basic computer skills

Math calculations

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Fork truck operations

Descripción del empleo

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay Range: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour based on experience
Overtime: Occasionally required on Fridays
Location: North Grafton, MA

Ask Yourself This…

Are you looking for a fast-paced environment where your daily work impacts products made around the world? Are you interested in learning manufacturing processes? Do you have a strong commitment to working safely? If you do, then join us in North Grafton!

What You’ll Do

The Manufacturing Production Operator (MPO) will work with and directly report to the plant’s Production Foreman. The MPO will be directly involved in the monitoring and operation of several pieces of crushing and grading equipment.
This position will work with various sizes of abrasive grain and put those grains into containers for customer shipments or store in one of several warehouse locations throughout the plant. The MPO will be responsible for working harmoniously and safely within a team environment. This position is 1st Shift: Monday – Thursday from 5 am – 3 pm with occasional hours required on Fridays.

• Perform basic housekeeping tasks autonomously
• Fill, transport, palletize, stack, and organize drums, super sacks, and bags of abrasive grain
• Monitor production line for evidence of mechanical failure, production contamination, and other hazards
• Handle drums, super sacks, and bags of abrasive grain through various methods, including: manually, with powered lift devices, and with motorized pallet jacks
• Use basic hand tools like wrenches, screw drivers, and mallets
• Perform other necessary duties and projects as assigned

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, certifications or higher education a plus
• Have the ability to perform basic computer skills and math calculations
• Understand the process and perform simple troubleshooting when needed within job scope
• Be able to speak, read, and write English (Spanish is a plus)
• Have the ability to work in a team environment and adapt to changing production demands
• Be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and stand/walk up to 10 hours
• Be knowledgeable about fork truck operations or willingness to learn

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay, with opportunities to advance
• World-class medical and dental plans
• Employer-sponsored retirement plan
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid vacation and generous holiday time
• Family-friendly personal leave policies

Interested?

We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.