Production Operator

A-Line Staffing Solutions LLC; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, optical, dental, life, and STi

401(k) with company match after 1 year

Job summary

A-Line Staffing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Operator for a 100% on-site role in Roanoke, VA. This full-time position offers 40+ hours per week with a starting pay rate of $18.50 per hour and overtime as needed on Fridays.

Responsibilities include operating machinery, handling raw materials, batch making, milling, tank washing, filling containers, labeling, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Must be able to pass forklift test and obtain certification.
• Ability to read and follow safety instructions and labels.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and operate in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machinery and manage raw materials.
• Perform batch making, milling, and tank washing.
• Fill containers and apply labels accurately; maintain batch tickets and shipping docs.
• Follow safety guidelines and report issues to supervisor.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities and quality investigations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

A-Line Staffing is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Operator. This role offers career growth, a supportive work environment, and full-time hours (40+ per week).

Details and Compensation:

• Location: Roanoke, VA 24015 – 100% on-site
• Payrate: $18.50/hr
• Required Availability: Full-Time | Monday – Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (10-hour workday); Friday as needed for overtime

Brittney Blackman | [e-mail] | text 586-710-7970

Summary and Highlights:

The Production Operator executes assigned production tasks in accordance with strict safety and quality procedures to ensure optimal health, safety, environment (HSE), service, and cost standards. Responsibilities include operating machinery, managing raw materials, batch making, milling, tank washing, filling containers, and maintaining strict adherence to safety guidelines and operational protocols. This position is a contract assignment with potential to hire on permanently based upon attendance, performance, and business needs.

Benefits:

• Health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with a company match available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates

Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of production assets, ensuring safe operation according to established procedures, guidelines, and industry best practices
• Perform daily production, preventative maintenance, process data collection, and administration tasks as per procedures and control systems
• Execute batch making, milling/grinding operations, tank washing, pre-kitting, and product fill-off into appropriate containers ranging from 1 qt to tankers
• Measure, weigh, and verify materials accurately, print and apply correct labels, check for container leaks, and complete required batch tickets and shipping documentation
• Report safety, quality, or process issues immediately to the team leader or shift supervisor and issue CAR or hazard reports when relevant
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, safety meetings, and quality investigations while complying with all corporate HSE and product safety standards

Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Experience: Prior manufacturing experience required; prior experience working in a paint manufacturing facility preferred
• Certifications/Licensing: Ability to pass a forklift test and obtain forklift certification; ability to operate a forklift effectively and efficiently
• Skills/Abilities: Ability to read, comprehend, and follow safety instructions; ability to read and apply accurate labels; measure and weigh accurately; strong near vision and arm-hand steadiness; effective interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or multi-task
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift containers such as 5-gallon pails up to 75 lbs, 60 lb bags of pigment, maneuver drums up to 900 lbs, lift metal objects up to 40 lbs up to 5 feet, climb stairs while wearing steel-toed footwear (and required long sleeves/pants), and stand or walk for long periods in hot, cold, or heavy manufacturing environments with exposure to chemical agents
• Attendance: Commitment to mandatory attendance during the first 90 days

Brittney Blackman | [e-mail] | text 586-710-7970