New Castle HNU Operations I

Vibrantz Technologies; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibrantz Technologies in New Castle, Delaware, is seeking a New Castle HNU Operator I to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations. You will handle material movement, dosing, packaging, and housekeeping while maintaining accurate records and assisting across production, warehouse, bagging, and shipping functions.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and operational excellence, with opportunities to grow in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work orders.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude to support manufacturing operations.
• Strong self-motivation and teamwork.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials from warehouse to production areas and verify correct materials.
• Dose raw materials into blending processes and document lot numbers and issues.
• Package, palletize, and prepare finished products while supporting production flow.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas and manage waste.
• Operate forklifts and support production, warehouse, bagging, and shipping functions.

Skills

Follow detailed instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Communication

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Supply chain related education

Job description

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.

Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier‑to‑clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo‑friendly paints.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing.

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market‑leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american‑securities.com

Location

New Castle, DE

Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability and variety of well‑being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

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Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job‑related considerations permitted by law.

Role Overview

The New Castle HNU Operator I is an entry-level production role responsible for supporting safe and efficient manufacturing operations through material handling, raw material dosing, packaging, and housekeeping activities. This position ensures the correct movement and preparation of materials for production while maintaining accurate records and supporting product quality. The role contributes to overall operational efficiency by assisting across production, warehouse, bagging, and shipping functions. A strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Move raw materials from warehouse storage to production areas and verify the correct materials are supplied for blending operations.
• Dose raw materials into blending processes and accurately document dosage information, lot numbers, scrap, and production‑related issues.
• Package, palletize, and prepare finished products while supporting efficient production flow.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas through housekeeping activities, including equipment operation, material cleanup, and waste management.
• Operate forklifts and provide operational support across production, warehouse, bagging, and shipping functions as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to follow detailed instructions, work orders, and established operating procedures.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to support manufacturing operations.
• Strong self‑motivation and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Forklift certification or prior forklift operating experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent with strong math skills.

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Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, cree, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex gender, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state or local law.