Mid-Shift Mill Operator

Nazdar Company; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Annual salary increases

Health and wellness programs

Wellness incentives

Wellness PTO

Volunteer time off

Onsite fitness center

Performance bonus

Perfect attendance incentives

Paid lunches

Summer heat bonuses

Job summary

Nazdar is seeking Mill Operators to join our ink production team in Lenexa, KS. You will operate a 3-roll mill, monitor milling processes, and ensure batches meet specifications while maintaining safety and quality standards.

You will work closely with Production and Quality Control, document production data, and contribute to a clean, safe, efficient manufacturing area. Nazdar offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or production experience required.
• Two+ years of related experience outside Nazdar, or demonstrated competency in current position within the company.
• Safety-oriented and committed to following established procedures.
• Ability to use an iPad and scanners for data entry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to follow detailed production specifications and instructions.
• Dependent and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 3-roll mill in a continuous production and processing operation.
• Follow established production process specifications and instructions from leads or higher-level technical personnel.
• Monitor mill operations and report equipment malfunctions or abnormalities to the supervisor.
• Perform grind checks after the required number of passes are completed.
• Determine whether additional passes are needed based on grind results.
• Accurately record production and grind information on batch tickets, including grind approval, batch weight, number of passes, and other required information.
• Submit completed batch tickets to Quality Control for approval.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area.
• Perform all work according to established safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures.
• Assist with other production duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety-oriented

Team player

Data entry

Tools

iPad

scanners

Job description

Build Something That Matters at Nazdar

Nazdar is looking for Mill Operators to join our ink production team. In this role, you'll operate manufacturing mills that grind and blend raw materials into finished screen printing inks while maintaining our standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.

Nazdar is looking for Mill Operators to join our ink production team. In this role, you'll operate manufacturing mills that grind and blend raw materials into finished screen printing inks while maintaining our standards for quality, safety, and efficiency.

You’ll work closely with Production and Quality Control to monitor the milling process, perform quality checks, document production information, and ensure batches meet established specifications.

Position Details

• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 1:30 PM–12:00 AM
• Must be available to train on Day Shift (Monday-Friday 5:30 AM–2:00 PM) for first few weeks

What Nazdar Offers

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• Annual salary increases
• Award-winning health and wellness programs
• Wellness incentives of up to $200 annually
• Wellness PTO
• Volunteer time off
• Onsite fitness center — free to employees!
• Performance bonus
• Perfect attendance incentives
• Paid lunches
• Summer heat bonuses
• And more!

What You'll Do

• Operating a 3-roll mill in a continuous production and processing operation
• Following established production process specifications and instructions from leads or higher-level technical personnel
• Monitoring mill operations and reporting equipment malfunctions or abnormalities to the supervisor
• Performing grind checks after the required number of passes are completed
• Determining whether additional passes are needed based on grind results
• Accurately recording production and grind information on batch tickets, including grind approval, batch weight, number of passes, and other required information
• Submitting completed batch tickets to Quality Control for approval
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe production area
• Performing all work according to established safety, quality, and efficiency standard operating procedures
• Assisting with other production duties and responsibilities as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Manufacturing or production experience required
• Two or more years of related experience outside of Nazdar, or demonstrated competency in the current position within the company
• Safety-oriented and committed to following established procedures
• Ability to use an iPad and scanners for data entry
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new systems
• Ability to follow detailed production specifications and instructions
• Dependable and committed to maintaining a consistent work schedule
• Able to work independently while also being a strong team player

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk around the production floor for extended periods
• Reach with hands and arms overhead and above the shoulders
• Bend to retrieve containers and packages
• Frequently lift and move materials required for production
• Climb ladders to retrieve materials
• Talk and hear
• Frequently lift and/or move materials weighing up to 75 pounds
• Push and pull wheeled materials or equipment weighing up to 4,000 pounds
• Distinguish colors as required for the production process

Why Join Nazdar?

At Nazdar, you'll have the opportunity to learn valuable manufacturing skills, work alongside an experienced team, and grow your career in a company that takes pride in the quality of its products and the people who make them

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, learn something new, and become an important part of our manufacturing team, we'd love to hear from you!

Nazdar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.