Process Operator

YSI Inc.; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Xylem is seeking a Hiring Process Operator for its Windsor, CT production facility. The role involves performing a series of manufacturing tasks, adhering to safety and quality guidelines, sorting bottles, and operating a forklift to move materials through the plant and loading/unloading trucks.

The job requires physical work, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and the stamina to stand and bend during a fast-paced shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing.
• Completion of site-specific safety training.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Competency in following and reading instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Experience in manufacturing or plant operations.
• Forklift driving skills.
• Computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all workplace safety procedures and product quality guidelines.
• Monitor equipment throughout the shift to ensure optimal functionality.
• Read and follow required processes accurately.
• Contribute to achieving divisional results and overall performance.
• Address internal and external customer needs and expectations.
• Operate area-specific equipment including CARBON: bag products, sampling, pH probes, and related tasks; REGEN: sort bottles by size and resin; forklift operation for material movement.

Skills

Forklift driving

Reading instructions

Math skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Manufacturing experience

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Computer literacy

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Hiring Process Operator

The position involves performing a series of operations or tasks in the production area. Adhere to documented work processes to ensure efficiency and safety. Sort bottles by size and resin; Operate forklift to move bottles and materials through plant and on/off trucks. The role involves significant physical activity, requiring the ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday. Candidates must be comfortable performing repetitive physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods, in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Details: This position is for 2nd shift, working between 1:00pm and 9:30pm. Employees in this role will receive a 10% shift differential in addition to their base pay.

Core Responsibilities and Tasks

• Adhere to all workplace safety procedures and product quality guidelines.
• Monitor equipment throughout the shift to ensure optimal functionality.
• Read and follow required processes accurately.
• Contribute to achieving divisional results and overall performance.
• Address internal and external customer needs and expectations.
• Operate area-specific equipment including:
  • CARBON: Bag products, conduct sampling and testing; manage spent carbon feeding to reactivation furnace; switch tank feed from tank to tank; calibrate pH probes, operate a filter press, run facility wastewater treatment plant.
  • REGEN: Sort bottles by size and resin; handle deliveries; operate forklift for materials movement and loading/unloading of trucks; evacuate bottles through plant operations.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing.
• Completion of site-specific safety training.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Competency in following and reading instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Experience in manufacturing or plant operations.
• Forklift driving skills.
• Computer proficiency.

Total Rewards Program

• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Robust retirement savings plan.
• Customizable health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible starting day one).
• Career progression plans.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company Wellness Program.
• Employee Discount Program.

The estimated pay range for this position is $20-25 per hour. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location.

At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and affirmative action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed.

Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation