Production Operator

Autonomy Staffing; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Dental and health insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Autonomy Staffing is seeking a Polymerization Operator in Sumter, South Carolina. This full-time role involves operating on Line A and Line B, ensuring quality materials, and maintaining safe, cost-effective production with supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, mechanical aptitude, and good communication. Expect to work rotating shifts with safety as a priority and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical aptitude and general knowledge of hand tools.
• Ability to grasp and retain instructions effectively.
• Strong communication skills to interact with operators and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Execute tasks required in the production of materials on Line A and B Systems to support production needs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols while performing all tasks in a timely manner.
• Monitor utilities (HTM, cooling water, steam system, air, chilled water, and demineralized water) and record necessary information.
• Ensure proper sampling, labeling, and packaging of finished products.
• Load feedstock as required (e.g., acid vessels, dissolvers).
• Make corrective adjustments to equipment and utilities as directed by the shift supervisor to maintain process conditions.
• Monitor and document all process conditions as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Polymerization Operator

Location: Sumter, South Carolina

Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Starting $16 after three months bumped to $20.50hr+ dependent on performance.

Expected Hours: 36 48 hours per week

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team as a Polymerization Operator. This position is responsible for performing assigned tasks in the production of materials on various lines, ensuring quality products and a safe, cost-effective operation while working with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute tasks required in the production of materials on Line A and B Systems to support production needs.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols while performing all tasks in a timely manner.
• Monitor utilities (HTM, cooling water, steam system, air, chilled water, and demineralized water) and record necessary information.
• Ensure proper sampling, labeling, and packaging of finished products.
• Load feedstock as required (e.g., acid vessels, dissolvers).
• Make corrective adjustments to equipment and utilities as directed by the shift supervisor to maintain process conditions.
• Monitor and document all process conditions as required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Mechanical aptitude and general knowledge of hand tools.
• Ability to grasp and retain instructions effectively.
• Strong communication skills to interact with operators and supervisors.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to work rotating swing shifts.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 kg repetitively.
• Comfortable climbing and descending ladders and steps.
• No fear of heights or confined spaces.
• Routine safety equipment required: long sleeves, respirator, safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, including:
  • 401(k) with 6% match
  • Dental and health insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Career Growth & Advancement:

This role offers a clear path for advancement through Operator Levels 1 to 4. Each level you move up earns an additional $2 per hour pay increase, on top of the raise from $16 to $20.50 per hour after the first three months based on performance.