Plant Operator | 12-Hour Shifts + OT

Omya Inc.; Wathena (KS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Overtime Opportunities

Safety-first

Job summary

Omya Inc. in Wathena, KS is seeking a Plant Operator to operate automated and semi-automated production equipment, load raw materials, and follow production formulas and batch sheets.

You will conduct product quality testing, record production and inventory data, and support preventive maintenance while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This is a full-time, rotating 12-hour shift position with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime.
• Manufacturing, production, maintenance, military, or industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated and semi-automated production equipment.
• Load raw materials into manufacturing systems.
• Follow production formulas and batch sheets.
• Conduct product quality testing.
• Record production and inventory data.
• Support preventative maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Shift overtime availability

Manufacturing experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Omya Inc. in Wathena, KS is seeking a Plant Operator to operate automated and semi-automated production equipment, load raw materials, and follow production formulas and batch sheets.

You will conduct product quality testing, record production and inventory data, and support preventive maintenance while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This is a full-time, rotating 12-hour shift position with overtime opportunities.