Operator Combo

Sun-Chemical; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Chemical is seeking an Operator Combo to produce high-quality inks on our on-site production line in Minneapolis, MN. You will learn and operate PLC-driven HMI equipment and follow batch tickets, aiming for on-time delivery and safety compliance.

The role requires basic manufacturing experience, ability to lift 55 lbs, and adherence to SOPs. Training will cover SAP inventory processes and equipment operation, with emphasis on quality control and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or pre-employment screening completed.
• Experience with quality control and safety procedures.
• Capable of repeatedly lifting 55 lbs and standing long periods.
• 1+ years in production/manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mixing, measuring and weighing ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Review batch tickets and follow instructions.
• Provide samples to lab and document results.
• Operate and troubleshoot mixing equipment.
• Understand SAP inventory and material handling.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety SOPs.

Skills

Quality control

Safety procedures

Production/manufacturing

Lifting 55 lbs

Mixing/Measuring/Weighing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP inventory

HMI/PLC training

Job description

Career Opportunities: Operator Combo (6862)

Requisition ID6862-Posted08/07/2026-On-Site

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atwww.sunchemical.com or connect with us onLinkedIn orTwitter

Shift:10:00am - 6:00pm, Monday- Friday (2nd shift)

Job Overview:

In this role your primary responsibility is to produce high quality Inks for our customers. There are many machines used in the production process. You will be responsible for learning all of the processes and equipment. Your key role will be to use our PLC driven Human Machine Interface (HMI) equipment to produce high quality ink via batch tickets. The key to your success will be to produce the best quality product, on-time and practicing safety as a top priority.

Essential Job Functions:

• Review batch tickets – read, understand and follow
• Provide samples to lab
• Report near miss incidents and improvement opportunities
• Equipment cleaning, plant cleaning, waste disposal
• Understand SAP inventory
• Tub washer
• Gather and weigh ingredients. (scale operation)
• Stock rotation / minimization of partial containers
• Ingredient traceability
• Operate and trouble shoot mixing equipment
• Training others
• Preliminary quality checks
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times & maintain a clean work area and work safely
• Participate actively in all plant safety initiatives, programs and training session
• Follow all standard operating procedures with respect to performance of position duties

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, or pass a pre-employment screening assessment
• Experience with quality control and safety procedures
• Capable of repeatedly lifting 55 lbs. and standing for long periods of time
• 1+ yrs of experience in a production/manufacturing environment
• Experience with mixing, measuring and/or weighing

Preferred Experience:

• 1+ years of experience in a production/manufacturing environment
• Experience with batch manufacturing

Drug screen and background check are mandatory if you are offered this position.

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.