Production Operator - Ontario Location

Charter Next Generation, Inc.; Ontario (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Quarterly bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation from day one

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Job summary

Charter Next Generation, Inc. is hiring a Production Operator in Ontario, OH. You will operate and monitor production lines that convert resin into film, with hands-on training and opportunities for growth.

The role offers ownership eligibility and a structured career path. Wages start at $18.00–$21.00 per hour, with 8 hours of overtime built into the schedule, a $2.50/hr night shift differential, quarterly bonuses, and full-time consistency.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfortable using measuring tools.
• Strong communication and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support production lines.
• Progress through operator levels as skills grow.
• Set up machines to work order specifications.
• Inspect products for quality and manage scrap.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with team during shift changeovers.

Skills

12-hour shifts

Lifting up to 65 lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Measuring tools

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full Time Direct Labor Ontario, OH, US

Production Operator

At Charter Next Generation (CNG), every employee is an owner, earning equity shares from day one. As a Production Operator, you'll operate and monitor production lines that turn raw resin into film used in packaging that protects food, keeps medicine safe, and cuts down on waste. You'll work alongside a close-knit team, with hands-on training and real opportunities to grow.

• Wages starting $18.00-$21.00, based on experience, with potential first year total compensation of $54,111!
• 8 hours of overtime built into every standard schedule
• Additional $2.50/hr night shift differential
• Quarterly bonuses on top of your base pay
• Consistent Static Schedule with guaranteed full-time
• Work-life balance with only 15 workdays a month
• Defined career progression from day 1
• Dedicated training program to build your skills fast

Why Be a CNG Owner

• Employee Ownership - Become a company owner day 1
• Purposeful work supporting the creation of sustainable packaging that reduces food waste and protects the planet
• Inclusive workplace where every employee-owner feels seen, heard, and supported
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Holiday pay and paid vacation from day one
• 401(k) with company match and tuition reimbursement
• Employee engagement initiatives and community giving events
• Career advancement opportunities across 18+ facilities with training and development along the way
• Certified™ as a 2026 Great Place to Work®, based entirely on employee feedback

Position Schedule

Schedule: Work only 15 days per month with our unique rotating 3-4 day schedule

• D - Night Shift: 7:00pm - 7:00am (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and alternating Saturdays)

Position Duties

• Operate and support production lines
• Progress through Operator levels
• Set up machines to work order specifications
• Inspect products for quality compliance and manage scrap
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping tasks
• Work safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Collaborate with your team during shift changeovers

Position Qualifications

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and lift up to 65 pounds
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with measuring tools
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a technical environment
• A high school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

CNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.