Mixing Operator, 1st Shift

Momentive; Garrett (IN); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental & vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Educational reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Momentive is seeking a Mixing Operator on 1st shift to safely and efficiently operate mixers and mills, preparing high‑consistency silicone rubber per customer specs and production instructions. You will maintain records, follow safety procedures, and work with cross‑functional teams to ensure quality and on‑time production.

The role requires reading production instructions, basic math, and strong attention to safety.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and follow production instructions.
• Basic arithmetic and measurement skills.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE compliance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or holidays.

Aufgaben

• Follow all safety, health, environmental, quality, and operating procedures.
• Verify safety equipment and guards before starting work.
• Review batch cards and production records to determine materials and specs.
• Safely operate multiple mixers, mills, and related equipment.
• Measure, weigh, load, mix, mill, and process materials per specs.
• Monitor equipment and report unsafe conditions or deviations.
• Maintain batch records and documentation.
• Follow procedures for material handling, packaging, labeling, finishing.
• Perform production and quality checks per work instructions.
• Keep work area clean and safe; assist with shift transitions.
• Communicate production information with coworkers and supervisors.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet production requirements.
• Attend safety, quality, equipment, and job-specific training.
• Use PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Support continuous-improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Quality compliance

Reading instructions

Team collaboration

Basic math

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Mixing Operator, 1st Shift

Summary: The Mixing Operator safely and efficiently performs mixing and milling operations using mechanical production equipment to prepare high-consistency silicone rubber in accordance with customer specifications, production instructions, quality standards, and safety requirements. The role operates multiple mixers, mills, and related equipment; accurately follows batch instructions; maintains production records; communicates relevant production information; and maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety, health, environmental, quality, and operating procedures.
• Verify that required safety equipment is available and equipment guards and safety controls are properly positioned before beginning work.
• Review batch cards, electronic production records, and work instructions to determine required materials, quantities, weights, temperatures, processing sequences, and other specifications.
• Safely operate multiple mixers, mills, and related mechanical production equipment.
• Measure, weigh, load, mix, mill, and process materials according to established instructions and customer specifications.
• Monitor equipment and production processes and promptly communicate unsafe conditions, equipment problems, material concerns, production deviations, or quality issues.
• Accurately complete and maintain batch records, production records, electronic entries, and other required documentation.
• Follow established procedures for material identification, handling, processing, packaging, labeling, and finishing.
• Perform required production and quality checks in accordance with applicable work instructions.
• Maintain the assigned work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition, including required housekeeping during shift transitions and following production runs.
• Receive and communicate important production information with coworkers and supervisors during shift changes and throughout the workday.
• Work collaboratively with production, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and other support employees to meet production requirements.
• Participate in required safety, quality, equipment, and job-specific training.
• Use required personal protective equipment and follow applicable material‑handling and chemical‑safety procedures.
• Support continuous-improvement activities related to safety, quality, housekeeping, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written production instructions, batch documentation, safety procedures, and work assignments.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately, including calculations involving quantities, weights, measurements, and production specifications.
• Basic written communication skills necessary to accurately complete production records and other required documentation.
• Effective verbal communication skills necessary to understand work assignments, communicate production information, and identify or explain operational concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the language used for safety instructions, production documentation, job training, and emergency communications at the facility.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑based manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust to changing production priorities.
• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment after completing required training and qualification.
• Ability to follow detailed operating procedures and maintain attention to accuracy and quality.
• Ability and willingness to work the assigned shift and required overtime, weekends, or holidays based on operational needs.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to comply with applicable personal protective equipment requirements and all company safety, quality, environmental, and workplace policies.
• Must satisfy applicable pre‑employment requirements (drugtest and background) in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Preferred for the role

• One or more years of current experience/skills in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, chemical‑processing, or similar industrial environment with reliable steady attendance.
• Experience operating mixers, mills, extrusion equipment, or other mechanical production equipment.
• Experience following batch cards, work orders, formulas, recipes, or detailed production instructions.
• Experience completing batch records, production documentation, or electronic manufacturing records.
• Experience measuring, weighing, mixing, or processing production materials.
• Familiarity with safe material‑handling practices, quality requirements, and manufacturing housekeeping standards.
• Experience working in a team‑based or shift‑based production environment.
• Familiarity with continuous‑improvement concepts and practices.

What We Offer

• Starting pay $24.55 with increases at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year.
• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
• Company paid life and disability coverage.
• Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
• Paid time off plus paid holidays.
• Additional time off with years of service.
• 401k savings plan with employer match and additional employer contribution.
• Educational reimbursement program, where applicable.
• Professional development courses.
• Wellness programs and financial education.

About Us

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting‑edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre‑employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.