Production Operator

Drylock Technologies LTD; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-site wellness center

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401(k) retirement savings

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Overtime pay

Product discounts

Prize giveaways

Contests

Job summary

Drylock Technologies Ltd. in Wisconsin is seeking a Production Operator to join a stable, growth‑oriented manufacturing team. You will work with production equipment, follow procedures, and help produce high‑quality products used daily.

Shifts are three or four 12‑hour rotations (days 7am–7pm and nights 7pm–7am every 8 weeks) with full‑time pay and a $1 shift differential ($23.60 base). Benefits include health/dental/vision, 401(k), paid holidays, and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 2 years consecutive employment with 1 employer.
• Ability to frequently lift 40 lbs (up to 75 lbs occasionally).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Previous machine operation preferred (onsite training available).

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment to produce product to specification.
• Set up and adjust machines, read PLC/HMI displays.
• Read and interpret work documents and production orders.
• Perform quality checks and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and identify root causes.
• Maintain equipment and assist with basic preventive maintenance.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Read/interpret documents

Basic math

Adaptability

ERP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Are you ready to build a stable, long-term career with a company that values your time both at work and at home? At Drylock, we know that balance matters, which is why our Production Operators work only half the days in a year while earning full-time pay. We are looking for dependable, motivated individuals who want to grow their careers in manufacturing while being part of a supportive, high-energy team environment. As a Production Operator, you’ll work with manufacturing equipment, develop valuable technical skills, and play an important role in producing high-quality products used by people every day. Whether you already have manufacturing experience or are looking to grow within a stable industry, this is a great opportunity to join a company that invests in its employees. Apply today and start building a long-term career in production!

Schedule: Production Operators work three or four 12 hour shifts each week, rotating from days (7am-7pm) to nights (7pm-7am) every 8 weeks.

Pay: $23.60/hour (base pay + $1.00/hour shift differential)

As a Production Operator, you will:

• Demonstrate Drylock Core Values: Safety, Respect, Ownership
• Perform typical machine operations to produce product:
  • to specification
  • using defined good run settings
  • meeting output, yield and OEE goals
• Prep, load and set parameters for raw materials
• Must be able to operate the following manufacturing processes: cutting (dies, knives), gluing, conveyor, vision, and packaging (case erectors, box sealers)
• Splice material
• Read, monitor, interact with and respond to machines using PLC/HMIs
• Remove, install, and validate parts when doing equipment set up and changeovers
• Use hand tools
• Read and use a metric and standard tape measure
• Follow all procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Perform quality checks
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on machines
• Detect deviations from normal machine behavior
• Troubleshoot to root cause when solving machine operations problems
• Detect and report product defects and questionable conditions

Production Operator Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1-year manufacturing related experience
• Minimum 2-years consecutive employment with 1 employer
• Ability to frequently lift 40 lbs (and up to 75 lbs occasionally)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills essential
• Previous machine operation preferred (onsite training available)

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Must be able to read and interpret work documents
• Must have the ability to work in teams
• Must have the ability to perform basic math
• Must have the ability to adapt to frequent changes
• Must be able to read and interpret production related documents
• Must be able to learn ERP system

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:

• Hearing protection must be worn at all times.
• Safety goggles must be worn when working with the air compressor.
• Cut resistant gloves must be worn when working with knives.

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in an industrial environment.

Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Benefits at Drylock Technologies Ltd. - Partnered with OakLeaf Direct!

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• On-site health and wellness center
• Paid holiday and vacation days
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Built-in overtime & paid breaks for hourly employees
• Product discounts
• Employee prize giveaways
• Contests
• and more!