Production Operator

DuBois Chemicals, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Life insurance

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. seeks a Production Worker to secure raw materials and create and package products in a safe environment. The role involves operating a sit-down forklift, selecting outbound orders, receiving inbound materials, and loading/unloading trucks.

Candidates should have manufacturing experience and strong communication with teammates and supervisors. The position emphasizes safety, daily log maintenance, and adherence to SDS and SDS-related procedures, with options for career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in manufacturing/distribution environments.
• Forklift experience required and safety training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift and select products for outbound orders.
• Receive product for inbound orders and load/unload trucks.
• Perform preventative maintenance and maintain plant logs.
• Package chemicals in pails, drums, and totes and decant as specified.
• Follow safety and PPE requirements and report issues to supervision.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure supplies are distributed as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manufacturing exp

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Production Worker, you play a critical part of the organization securing raw materials in a safe environment. This position creates and packages products of various kinds.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a sit-down forklift
• Select products for outbound orders
• Receive product (bulk and packaged) for inbound orders
• Load and unload trucks
• Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
• Collect raw materials
• Package chemicals in pails, drums, and totes
• Responsible for decanting chemical into containers as specified in related procedures
• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
• Neatly store supplies and empty containers
• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
• Clean and store safety equipment for re-use
• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Production Supervisor
• Comply with all safety requirements within the company
• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed
• Regular and sustained attendance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility
• Previous experience operating a forklift
• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues
• Strong communication skills and time management

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.

Working at DuBois is dynamic, flexible and fun. Our customer centric focus gives you the opportunity to leverage your creative and innovative talents to help deliver specialty chemical solutions safely while protecting the environment.

DuBois values

• Honest and Ethical Behavior
• Collaborative Communication
• Safety at Work and Home
• Environmental Stewardship

Perks and Benefits

You will enjoy building your career with DuBois.

DuBois offers the stability and comprehensive benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a smaller, more personable company.

The diversity of our roles, customers served and large number of manufacturing, distribution and technical centers provide many routes for your career advancement.

If you value learning, improving processes and want to make an immediate impact, DuBois is where you want to be.

DuBois excellent benefit package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, vacation time and income protection plans.