Production Equipment Operator

Kids for the Future; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Ostara in St. Louis, MO seeks a production operator to join the Granulation Plant team. You will operate equipment and monitor the production process to ensure efficient, safe output in a heavy industrial environment.

You will perform in-process quality checks, collect samples, log data, and support preventive maintenance while following SOPs and safety protocols. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related experience.
• At least 3 years of industrial operations experience.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment after training.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment and monitors the production process to ensure efficient and safe output.
• Follows SOPs and performs in-process quality checks to identify and resolve issues during production.
• Troubleshoots problems with equipment and responds to system notifications.
• Operates or trains to operate heavy equipment (forklift, skid steer, payloader).
• Enters required production data into logs and maintains records.
• Performs reliability-based equipment care tasks.
• Collects samples and tests product quality.
• Reviews product for inconsistencies or abnormal appearance to meet quality requirements.
• Completes safety-focused check sheets and environmental data collection sheets.
• Completes daily housekeeping, quality, and safety inspections.
• Ensures adherence to preventative maintenance programs.
• Stops operations that could harm staff or equipment.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries and health risks.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Basic arithmetic

Quality testing

Safety awareness

Heavy equipment familiarity

Education

High school diploma GED or related experience

At least 3 years of industrial operations experience

Job description

Ostara in St. Louis, MO seeks a production operator to join the Granulation Plant team. You will operate equipment and monitor the production process to ensure efficient, safe output in a heavy industrial environment.

You will perform in-process quality checks, collect samples, log data, and support preventive maintenance while following SOPs and safety protocols. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.