Polymer Compounding Process Operator

Deceuninck North America; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Deceuninck North America in Monroe, OH, is seeking a hands-on production operator to run blending and mixing processes during 12‑hour shifts. You will stage materials, load raw ingredients, and manage batches while monitoring equipment and performing quality checks.

You'll collaborate with cross‑functional teams on process improvements and layout enhancements, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Willing to work outdoors briefly in all seasons.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication and listening skills.
• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (PIV) preferred.

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.
• Contribute to new equipment projects and production floor design.

Skills

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Food & Beverage Manufacturing

Mixing & Blending

Weighing Raw Materials

Precision Measurement

Job description

Location: Monroe, OH

Compensation: $20.00/hour starting pay + $2.00/hour shift differential

Schedules (2-2-3): Days 6:45am–7:00pm | Nights 6:45pm–7:00am

A day in this role

You 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 do

• 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.


• Contribute to new equipment projects and production floor design.


• Participate on intra‑company, cross‑functional improvement teams.

What you bring

• Comfort 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.

Proficiencies

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills


• Food and Beverage Manufacturing


• Mixing and Blending


• Weighing Raw Materials


• Precision Measurement & Inspection

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $20.00/hour + $2.00 shift differential


• 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


• A positive, team‑oriented culture

We do pre-employment including pre-employment physicals and drug screens (including THC).

Why Deceuninck North America

We 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.