Production Operator

Washington Mills; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Mills in Niagara Falls, NY is seeking a Production Operator to join our hourly, full-time team. You will perform general equipment cleaning, packaging, basic QA tests, and material handling on rotating shifts.

You must have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to lift 50+ pounds and stand long periods, follow safety regulations, and have basic math, reading and writing skills. Training will cover operating and maintaining process equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to follow safety, fire and environmental regulations.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and sanitary cleaning of equipment.
• Fill, weigh, and seal bags, drums, kegs, and other packing materials.
• Perform basic quality assurance tests.
• Make slings for shipping containers and related items.
• Operate a jitney to unload, transport, store and deliver materials.

Skills

Physical stamina

Lifting 50+ lbs

Stand for long periods

Basic math

Basic reading/writing

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Operator

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly

Pay Range: $24.00 per hour

Shift: Rotating work schedule, first, second, third shift availability

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

What You’ll Do

Do you enjoy working with your hands in a team-centric environment? Do you fix everything yourself? Are you driven to solve unique problems on process-integral equipment quickly and safely? Are you cool under pressure and excited by work that’s different every day? Then join us in Niagara Falls, NY!

The Manufacturing Service Operator will perform service work for all elements of electro minerals manufacturing and shipping. You will perform regular maintenance on equipment and report any issues or hazardous conditions to the Plant Manager.

• Perform general and sanitary cleaning of equipment
• Fill, weigh, and seal bags, drums, kegs, and other packing materials
• Perform basic quality assurance tests
• Make slings for shipping containers, braces, and blocks containers
• Operate a jitney to unload, transport, store, and deliver all material and merchandise

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Be able to lift 50+ pounds and stand for long periods of time
• Be willing to obey safety, fire, and environmental regulations within the plant
• Have basic math, reading, and writing skills

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world's most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Position will be hourly at current union contractual rate
• World-class medical insurance
• Benefits currently include: Dental, 401(k), company paid life/AD&D insurance, flex spending, short-term disability, paid holidays, and vacation time
• Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement
• Safety Incentives

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.