Production Operator

IKO Industries; United States; On-site; USD 25,321 - 36,064; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Employee Support and Mental Wellness

Short term disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

IKO Industries is looking for a Production Operator based in the United States. You will be responsible for running the production line, operating machinery, and ensuring that raw materials are processed correctly. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing, and have strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

The position offers a starting rate of $22.28/hr plus comprehensive health and dental insurance, paid vacation, and a 401k matching program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy-industrial manufacturing or construction industry preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred.
• Comfortable with working in a dusty environment.
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis.
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Run the production line and operate machinery.
• Resolve line stoppages and clear equipment jams.
• Verify finished products against quality specifications.
• Document quality checks at regular intervals.
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Skills

Forklift operating experience

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Job description

Role

Production Operator

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for running the production line, operating machinery, ensuring that raw materials are fed properly through the manufacturing process, resolving line stoppages, clearing equipment jams, verifying finished products against quality specifications, and ensuring that products are properly prepared for shipment.

Compensation

Starting rate is $22.28/hr.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety policies, programs, and procedures
• Complete health & safety pre-start checklists
• Ensure that products being produced meet established quality specifications
• Document quality checks at regular intervals
• Operate manufacturing equipment in accordance with established operating procedures
• Operate counterbalance, propane-powered forklift
• Document production numbers, items contributing to downtime (using computerized systems and hand‑written production reports)
• General housekeeping duties
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisory staff

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy‑industrial manufacturing or construction industry preferred
• Minimum 1 year of proven forklift operating experience preferred
• Comfortable with working in a dusty environment
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.