plant operator

Roper Thermals; Clinton (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Roper Thermals in Clinton, CT is seeking a skilled Plant Operator to join our team. This hands-on role keeps our facility running safely and efficiently in a fast-paced industrial environment.

You will monitor equipment, perform inspections, troubleshoot issues, and maintain logs to support continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has prior experience in manufacturing, can read manuals and schematics, and is willing to work varied shifts, including nights and weekends, to ensure smooth

Qualifications

• Experience as Plant Operator or similar role preferred.
• Ability to read manuals, schematics and operating procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting in a production environment.
• Ability to work shifts including nights or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate plant equipment, machinery, and systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on plant systems and components.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or process-related issues and elevate as needed.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and reports of plant operations and equipment status.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, environmental regulations, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Support startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures as required.

Skills

Plant operation

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Safety compliance

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

About the Role

Roper Thermals in Clinton, CT is looking for a skilled and dependable Plant Operator to join our team. This is a hands‑on opportunity to play a critical role in keeping our facility running safely and efficiently. If you thrive in a fast‑paced industrial environment and take pride in your work, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate plant equipment, machinery, and systems to ensure optimal performance
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on plant systems and components
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or process‑related issues and elevate as needed
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and reports of plant operations and equipment status
• Adhere to all safety protocols, environmental regulations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
• Support startup, shutdown, and changeover procedures as required

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Plant Operator or in a similar industrial/manufacturing role preferred
• Working knowledge of plant systems, mechanical equipment, and process controls
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and operating procedures
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in a production environment
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with OSHA and environmental standards
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work various shifts, including nights or weekends, as needed

About Us

Roper Thermals is a trusted name in the thermal management and industrial solutions space, proudly serving customers from our Clinton, CT facility. Our customers rely on us for precision, quality, and consistency — and our employees enjoy a stable, supportive work environment where their contributions truly matter. Join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement.