Operator Trainee: Polymer Production & Safety

Bakelite Synthetics; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakelite is seeking an Operator Trainee to support production excellence, ensure quality and help meet production goals. You will operate and monitor equipment, document data, and follow safety guidelines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some experience with forklifts or production settings. This role involves day-to-day learning, hands-on training, and a rotating shift that may include nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred.
• 1+ year in a production/industrial environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload raw materials and finished goods per specs.
• Operate and monitor production processes to meet goals.
• Document shipping/receiving data using a computer.
• Follow health, safety, PPE procedures in an industrial setting.
• Work rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

Forklift operation

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bakelite is seeking an Operator Trainee to support production excellence, ensure quality and help meet production goals. You will operate and monitor equipment, document data, and follow safety guidelines in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and some experience with forklifts or production settings. This role involves day-to-day learning, hands-on training, and a rotating shift that may include nights and weekends.