Plant Operator

Ingevity; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progressed pay

Overtime schedule

Time off policy

Vacation leave

Benefits package

Annual bonus

Career advancement

Job summary

Ingevity is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to operate production line machinery, troubleshoot issues, and follow SOPs in a fast-paced plant environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year manufacturing experience, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts with lifting up to 50 pounds. Training, overtime, and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of manufacturing experience; two years preferred.
• High technical aptitude with ability to learn and multi-task.
• Experience using various power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and equipment knowledge.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible schedule including rotating days/nights; weekends as needed.
• Able to work a 12-hour shift while standing most of the time.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to learn and operate a forklift.
• Reliable transportation to report to work.
• Wonderlic Assessment: minimum score 45.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line machinery and/or computers.
• Troubleshoot production line machinery.
• Follow SOPs and safety policies.
• Clean and maintain workstation; manage parts and materials.
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, or dollies.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Technical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Power tools experience

Ability to multi-task

Fast-paced environment

Flexible schedule

Physical strength

12-hour shift endurance

Reliability & transportation

Wonderlic assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college/technical certification

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Additional Job Description

Job Family Group:

Manufacturing Operations

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people's lives? Meet Ingevity.

At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person's unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world.

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we'd love for you to join Ingevity!

Why you want to work for us:

• Progressed pay: Starting hourly rate of $19.12 which increases to $20.47 after successful completion of 90 day training period and completion and submission of completed orientation checklist. Additional increase after each qualification.
• Structured overtime: Dupont Schedule - Rotating 36-hour and 48-hour work weeks allow for eight hours of structured overtime every other week.
• Free time: Seven consecutive days off when working 14 days in a 28-day period.
• Vacation time: Over 80 hours vacation leave per year, ninepaid holidays and five floating holidays, prorated based on hire date. Time and a half pay for scheduled holiday work.
• Benefits package: Competitive medical, prescription, dental, vision, short-term medical, long-term disability, life/AD&D insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and a 401(k) plan with match contribution and free 3% company contribution each pay period.
• Bonus package: Eligible to receive a production bonus once a year.
• Career advancement: Promotability to higher levels depending on qualifications in several operational areas of the plant.

How you will impact Ingevity:

• Operate production line machinery and/or computers.
• Troubleshoot production line machinery.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Clean and maintain work station and follow all safety and company policies.
• Keep track of parts and materials and refill bins needed to perform duties.
• Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, or dollies as needed

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution required
• At least one year of manufacturing experience required and 2 years preferred or two years of equivalent college training/technical certification.
• Possess a high level of technical aptitude with the ability to learn and multi-task.
• Experience using various power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
• Technical knowledge to operate equipment.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include rotating shifts - days / nights. Must be able to work weekends as production schedule increases by clients.
• Must be able to work a 12 hour shift while standing most of the time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when performing job tasks.
• Must be able to learn and drive forklift
• Must be able to report to work on time and have reliable transportation.

Wonderlic Assessment required in the following categories: A minimum score of 45.

Shift work plus availability for overtime will be required. The hiring process includes Wonderlic testing, drug screen, criminal background check, and physical prior to hire.

Ingevity is a company made up of extraordinary people of every race, religion and background, all worthy of the same dignity. Our differences are one of our great strengths. Join us in building a culture of increasing diversity and respect - a culture where everyone belongs.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.