Polymer Compounding Process Operator

Deceuninck Windows & Doors; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Deceuninck Windows & Doors in Monroe, OH is seeking a Polymer Compounding Process Operator to support 12‑hour shifts on a 2‑2‑3 schedule.

You will stage materials, load raw ingredients into blend towers, run batches, and monitor equipment while collaborating with teammates and cross‑functional teams to improve methods and equipment layouts. Competitive benefits accompany a day‑to‑day production role.

Qualifications

• Stage and operate mixing equipment to meet daily compounding demand.
• Load blend towers with raw materials and run scheduled batches.
• Monitor equipment and cover for other operators during breaks.
• Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to new equipment projects and production floor design.

Responsibilities

• Stage and operate mixing equipment to meet daily compounding demand.
• Load blend towers with raw materials and run scheduled batches.
• Monitor equipment and cover for other operators during breaks.
• Perform routine housekeeping and in‑process quality checks each shift.
• Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend changes to methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Participate on intra‑company, cross‑functional improvement teams.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Mixing and Blending

Weighing Raw Materials

Precision Measurement & Inspection

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Polymer Compounding Process OperatorLocation: Monroe, OHCompensation: $20.00/hour starting pay + $2.00/hour shift differentialSchedules (2-2-3): Days 6:45am–7:00pm | Nights 6:45pm–7:00amA day in this roleYou arrive for your 12-hour shift and review the production schedule. Your first task is to stage materials and load raw ingredients into blend towers. Throughout the shift, you run batches to plan, watch over equipment while teammates take breaks, and perform housekeeping and quality checks. When issues arise, you jump in to troubleshoot with fellow operators. Between runs, you make notes on process improvements and collaborate with cross‑functional teams on equipment enhancements and production floor layout ideas.What you'll doStage and operate mixing equipment to meet daily compounding demand.Load blend towers with raw materials and run scheduled batches.Monitor equipment and cover for other operators during breaks.Perform routine housekeeping and in‑process quality checks each shift.Assist with troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.Recommend changes to methods, equipment performance, and product quality.Contribute to new equipment projects and production floor design.Participate on intra‑company, cross‑functional improvement teams.What you bringComfort working outdoors briefly in all seasons.Keen attention to detail and strong communication/listening skills.Familiarity with powered industrial vehicles.Ability to work 12‑hour shifts on a 2‑2‑3 schedule.ProficienciesMechanical Troubleshooting SkillsFood and Beverage ManufacturingMixing and BlendingWeighing Raw MaterialsPrecision Measurement & InspectionRewards and benefitsCompetitive pay starting at $20.00/hour + $2.00 shift differentialMedical, Dental, and Vision insuranceCompany‑paid Life InsuranceShort‑ and Long‑Term Disability401(k) with 6% company matchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCareer advancement opportunitiesA positive, team‑oriented cultureWe do pre-employment including pre-employment physicals and drug screens (including THC).Why Deceuninck North AmericaWe build sustainable, innovative products—and careers. Join a high‑performing team where your effort is recognized, your development is supported, and your future is bright.