Production Operator

PPG; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Oak Creek is hiring a Production Operator for the first shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). The role involves setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment such as machining, processing, assembly, or packaging lines.

You’ll move materials between the warehouse and work area while following safety procedures and PPE requirements. Employees will help keep equipment in good condition, support junior operators, and identify improvements in operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse setting preferred.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Must be clean shaven to wear proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Set up production equipment and supplies before job orders.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently for production processing.
• Maintain equipment in good, safe working condition.
• Inspect equipment for replacements or repairs.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Manufacturing experience

OT availability

PPE compliance

Job description

Pay Rate: $25.14 plus shift differential

Shift: 1st 7am-3:30pm

• Manufacturing Production Workers focus on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment including:
• Setup the production equipment and supplies before executing the job orders.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Ensure that equipment are maintained in good and safe working condition.
• Inspect equipment to identify any replacements, malfunctions and repairs.
• Provide assistance to junior operators in their assigned responsibilities.
• Clean the equipment when needed.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Operate trucks and other industrial vehicles to transfer the production materials between warehouse and working area.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.

Immediately Hiring!

Production Operator, Oak Creek

Pay Rate: $25.14 plus shift differential

Shift: 1st 7am-3:30pm

Primary Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Production Workers focus on setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment including:
• Setup the production equipment and supplies before executing the job orders.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Ensure that equipment are maintained in good and safe working condition.
• Inspect equipment to identify any replacements, malfunctions and repairs.
• Provide assistance to junior operators in their assigned responsibilities.
• Clean the equipment when needed.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Operate trucks and other industrial vehicles to transfer the production materials between warehouse and working area.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies for equipment operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift to 50 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the day.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.
• Ability to work any job and work overtime as needed.
• Must be clean shaven to wear proper PPE.

About Us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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