Production Operator - 1st Shift

Nesco Resource; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Operator to join their team. This role involves setting up and operating equipment to blend and package various chemical products while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will possess strong mathematical and communication skills, along with the ability to operate a forklift. Join a company that values teamwork and continuous improvement, offering a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Must have mathematical skills to apply to weights and measures.
• Competency in computer and PC software including email and internet.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for blending and packaging chemicals.
• Monitor production and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Complete required documentation and maintain data integrity.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Manual Dexterity

Forklift Operation

Education

US High School Diploma or GED

Industrial/Manufacturing Experience

Tools

PC Software (MS Office, Email)

Job description

Production Operator 1st Shift - Monday to Friday - 7am to 3:30pm

Job Summary:


Under
the direction of the Shift Leader and Production Supervisor/Manager, the
Production Associate is responsible for the set up and operation of equipment
which blends/mixes/packages/transports the liquid or dry chemicals that
comprise our customer products. The production associate ensures safety
is their #1 priority; they produce the highest quality product at the lowest
possible costs while meeting customer specifications and delivery requirements
in accordance with *** Corporation policies and procedures.



Sets up and starts all machines,
checking all controls for adherence to mixing or packaging procedures.



Weighs ingredients to meet recipe
specification and inserts into machinery



Monitors production and equipment to
ensure safe and efficient operation



Troubleshoots equipment and
processing issues



Operates machinery to mix, discharge
or handle materials according to operating procedure.



Examines materials visually or
physically to ensure conformance with established standards



May take samples of materials to lab
for evaluations and instructions



Refers issues/problems to lead/supervisor
for disposition



Performs all required machine
cleaning



Completes and maintains all required
computer inputs



Responsible for data integrity



Documents work completed as required
including logs, data reports, procedures, etc.



Participates in training, retraining
and continual improvement processes and methods



Maintains departmental housekeeping
standards



Supports the vision, mission and
guiding principles of the company



Demonstrates & meets
qualification on blending, packaging, weighing operations & fork lift.



Demonstrates team work in all phases
of operation.



Follows all rules, laws and
procedures related to HS&E, ISO and other regulations



Other projects/duties as assigned or
needed


Required
Skill:



Must be able to read/comprehend
written and oral instructions in English



Must be able to read and comprehend
safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and
product recipes/materials



Must have mathematical skill to add,
subtract, multiply and divide and to apply these skills to weights, measures of
volume and distance.



Must effectively communicate in
writing and verbally in English.



Competency in computer and PC
software including email, internet, and MS office.



Must have manual dexterity for hand
tools of various types.



Must be able to drive fork lift.



Must have problem solving skills and
some mechanical aptitude.


Required
Education & Experience:



US High School diploma, GED
equivalency or equivalent experience



Six (6) months to one (1) year of industrial/manufacturing
experience


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


The characteristics listed below are
representative of the physical demands required by an individual to
successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.


While performing the duties of this job,
the employee is required to:


stand 8 to 12hrs per shift


use hands to finger 8 to 12hrs per shift


handle and/or feel and reach with hands
and arms 8 to 12hrs per shift


required to walk 8 to 12hrs per shift


required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl
and talk or hear 8 to 12hrs per shift


occasionally required to lift and/or
move up to 55 lbs


specific vision abilities required
include:


close vision


depth perception


ability to adjust focus


color vision

















WORK ENVIRONMENT:


The characteristics listed below are
representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual
while performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties.


While performing the
duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to:



moving
mechanical parts



fumes
or airborne particles



noise
level in the work environment ranges from normal office noise levels to loud
noise


Employees are required
to wear mandatory PPE(8 to 12hrs per shift)which include:



hearing
protection when on production floor



steel
toe shoes/boots when on production floor



specific
gloves when performing specific tasks

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.