Production Operator, Admix (Madison, IL)

MAPEI S.p.A.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MAPEI Corporation is seeking a Production Operator IV – Admixtures to join our Kentucky plant. This senior, hands-on role focuses on manufacturing product, monitoring equipment, troubleshooting, and performing basic mechanical maintenance in a fast-paced facility.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of manufacturing experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift up to 55 lbs (100 lbs with assistance). Overtime and shift work are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on work willingness and mechanical inclination.
• Minimum of 3 or more years manufacturing/process experience.
• Experience with light equipment maintenance and troubleshooting equipment, strongly preferred.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Flexibility for overtime and shift hours required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced hands-on production activities including pre-weighing, batch making, blending, and material transfers.
• Follow production schedules and work instructions to ensure accurate batching and consistent product quality.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to maintain proper mixing, flow, and batch integrity.
• Prepare, label, and deliver quality control samples in accordance with SOPs.
• Accurately complete production, batch, and quality records.
• Palletize, stage, and prepare finished goods for shipping.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Inspect equipment before, during, and after operation to identify potential issues.
• Perform basic mechanical preventative maintenance tasks (e.g., lubrication, adjustments, minor part replacements).
• Assist with troubleshooting production equipment issues and support maintenance personnel as needed.
• Report equipment, quality, or safety concerns promptly to supervision.
• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability efforts within the plant.
• Adhere to all MAPEI policies, safety rules, and work procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical inclination

Strong communication skills

Ability to lift 55 lbs

Able to stand long hours

Overtime & shift work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Join MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in manufacturing construction chemicals and building materials — including adhesives, sealants, and specialty products used in flooring, tile, and concrete restoration. We are currently seeking a Production Operator IV – Admixtures to join our operations team at a local admixture manufacturing facility. This is a senior-level, hands-on production role where the primary focus is actively manufacturing product, while also supporting equipment monitoring, troubleshooting, and basic mechanical preventative maintenance. This position is well-suited for an experienced mechanical production operator who is comfortable performing advanced production duties in a complex manufacturing environment.

Primary Production Responsibilities

• Perform advanced hands-on production activities including pre-weighing, batch making, blending, and material transfers


• Follow production schedules and work instructions to ensure accurate batching and consistent product quality


• Operate, monitor, and adjust production equipment to maintain proper mixing, flow, and batch integrity


• Prepare, label, and deliver quality control samples in accordance with SOPs


• Accurately complete production, batch, and quality records


• Palletize, stage, and prepare finished goods for shipping


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with safety and quality standards

Equipment Monitoring & Maintenance Support

• Inspect equipment before, during, and after operation to identify potential issues


• Perform basic mechanical preventative maintenance tasks (e.g., lubrication, adjustments, minor part replacements)


• Assist with troubleshooting production equipment issues and support maintenance personnel as needed


• Report equipment, quality, or safety concerns promptly to supervision


• Support continuous improvement and equipment reliability efforts within the plant


• Adhere to all MAPEI policies, safety rules, and work procedures


• Perform other related duties as assigned

Position Specific Details

• Base hourly payrate up to $20 - $25 p/hr, based on experience.


• Additional premium shift differential: $1.00 p/hr for 2nd shift and $2.00 p/hr for 3rd shift, if applicable.

What's in it for you:

• Highly competitive base pay & premium shift differentials.


• Biannual \"Rewards for Results\" bonuses, awarded on discretion based on plant performance.


• Our employees have the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions.


• 17 Days of paid, sick and vacation time annually (days are prorated in year one).


• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program.


• Excellent dental, vision programs, flex spending accounts, employer paid life insurance and free tele-med physician services.


• Various other company employee-centric perks initiatives; tuition reimbursement programs, discounted home/auto insurance programs, supplemental life insurance, and more.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on work willingness and mechanical inclination.


• Minimum of 3 or more years manufacturing/process experience.


• Experience with light equipment maintenance and troubleshooting equipment, strongly preferred.


• Forklift certification is a plus.


• High school diploma or GED required.


• Strong communication skills.


• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. independently; and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.


• Able to stand for extended periods of time.


• Flexibility for overtime and shift hours required.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)