Production Operator

Oatey Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Oatey Company is seeking a Production Tech to support filling and assembly of plumbing chemicals and products at our Omaha facility. You will participate in rotational production tasks to help meet customer orders, verify raw materials, package, label, and palletize finished goods, while following safety guidelines and documenting processes.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma, 1 year of production experience, and a knack for details.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with ability to meet production targets.
• Ability to work in teams and communicate well.
• Manual dexterity and steady hand coordination.
• Knowledge of equipment such as fill machines and RF guns is helpful.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
• Ability to read standard work instructions and safety manuals.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE as required.
• One year of relevant production experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in filling containers with various plumbing chemicals or assembling products to support timely orders.
• Complete production tasks on a rotation basis as directed by supervisor.
• Retrieve and verify raw materials; prepare, package, label, and palletize finished goods.
• Process unused materials and maintain organized work area throughout the day.
• Refer to charts for measurements, PPE, batch codes, etc.
• Complete production documentation as required.
• Inspect products for quality (labels, weights, visual).
• Assist in cleaning the work area and department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Read SWIs and safety instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fill machines

Pallet jack

Box cutters

Batch/RF gun

Job description

4334 S. 67th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68117 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we’re doing big things — and by joining us, you’ll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world.Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary

Participates in the filling of containers with various plumbing chemicals or assembling various plumbing products to contribute to the timely completion of customer orders for distribution.

Position Responsibilities

• Complete production tasks on a rotational basis as assigned by the supervisor/team leader of the department.

• Retrieve and verify raw materials; follow department procedures to produce, package, label, and palletize finished products.

• Process unused raw materials and maintain workplace organization throughout the day.

• Refer to charts for the necessary measurements, PPE, batch coding, etc.

• Complete production documentation as required.

• Inspect product for quality (labels, weights, visual).

• Assist in the cleaning of the work area and department.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Experience

• Self-motivated with the ability to work at the appropriate pace to meet production targets.

• Ability to work in teams, communicate one-on-one or in small group.

• Manual dexterity.

• Knowledge of various equipment (Fill machines, pallet jack, box cutters, and batch/RF gun) is helpful.

• High attention to detail.

• Ability to read and comprehend standard work instructions (SWIs), training, and equipment safety instructions.

• Ability to follow safety procedures, includingwearing personal safety equipment and completing appropriate safety training.

• One-year relevant production work experience preferred.

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.