Production Operator

Drylock Hrádek nad Nisou; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 25,685 - 36,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Paid holiday and vacation days

On-site health and wellness center

Job summary

Drylock Hrádek nad Nisou is hiring a Production Operator in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This role involves operating manufacturing processes on a rotating schedule of three or four 12-hour shifts each week. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, be able to lift up to 75 pounds, and possess problem-solving skills. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid holidays and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Join us to work in a dynamic industrial environment focused on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of manufacturing-related experience.
• Ability to frequently lift 40 pounds, up to 75 pounds occasionally.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing processes to meet production specifications.
• Perform typical machine operations and quality checks.
• Prep and load raw materials for production.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work in teams

Adaptability

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Drylock Technologies Drylock Technologies, with its headquarters in Belgium, Europe, is an innovative player in the hygiene market specialized in the production of baby diapers, feminine care products, and incontinence products. With plants in Europe, Brazil, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and Reidsville, North Carolina, Drylock Technologies can be called a global player.

Job Details

Schedule: Production Operators work three or four 12‑hour shifts each week, rotating from days (7 am–7 pm) to nights (7 pm–7 am) every 8 weeks.

Pay: Earn up to $22.60 per hour based on experience, plus a $1.00 per hour shift differential for the rotating schedule.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate Drylock core values: safety, respect, ownership.
• Perform typical machine operations to produce product to specification, using defined good run settings, and meeting output, yield, and OEE goals.
• Prep, load, and set parameters for raw materials.
• Operate manufacturing processes including cutting (dies, knives), gluing, conveyor, vision, and packaging (case erectors, box sealers).
• Splice material.
• Read, monitor, interact with, and respond to machines using PLC/HMI.
• Remove, install, and validate parts during equipment set up and changeovers.
• Use hand tools and metric/standard tape measures.
• Follow all procedures and maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform quality checks, basic preventive maintenance on machines, and observe product defects.
• Detect deviations from normal machine behavior and troubleshoot to root cause machine operations problems.
• Detect and report product defects and questionable conditions.

Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing related experience.
• Minimum 1 consecutive year of employment with one employer.
• Ability to frequently lift 40 pounds (and up to 75 pounds occasionally).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Previous machine operation preferred (onsite training available).

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to read and interpret work documents.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Basic math skills.
• Adaptability to frequent changes.
• Ability to learn ERP system.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an industrial environment.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• On‑site health and wellness center.
• Paid holiday and vacation days.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Built‑in overtime and paid breaks for hourly employees.
• Product discounts.
• Employee prize giveaways.
• Contests.
• and more.