Production Worker

Washington Mills; City of Tonawanda (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Washington Mills as a Production Worker in Tonawanda, NY. In this full-time role, you'll ensure continuous product throughput while working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your responsibilities include various production tasks, teamwork, and communicating with supervisors to optimize operations. We offer competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

World-class medical insurance

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) plan

Company paid life/AD&D insurance

Short-term disability coverage

Paid holidays and vacation time

Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to safety.
• Able to communicate well with team members.
• Ability to troubleshoot and work in a plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for continuous product throughput.
• Inform management of production issues and advise on solutions.
• Perform packaging, cleaning, sampling, and material transfer tasks.

Skills

Safety commitment

Communication

Troubleshooting

Organization

Attention to detail

Job description

Washington Mills, Tonawanda, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Production Worker

Position type: Full-Time, Hourly
Pay Range: $ 21.61 - 22.98
Shift: Day Shift
Location: Tonawanda, NY

Ask Yourself This…

Are you looking for a fast-paced environment where your daily work impacts products made around the world? Are you interested in learning manufacturing processes? Do you have a strong commitment to working safely? If you do, then join us in Tonawanda, NY!

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Department Supervisor, the Production Worker is accountable for continuous product throughput, will inform management of the results from the production unit’s operations, pointing out problem areas and advising on the best solutions.

• Work closely with other operators in production unit
• Perform various packaging, cleaning, sampling, and material transfer tasks
• Strive for zero defect and optimum unit throughput
• Coordinates with Supervisor to meet departmental budget

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

• Have a strong commitment to safety
• Be able to communicate well with other members of the team
• Be able to work in a plant environment and be able to walk up and down stairs and ladders
• Have the ability to troubleshoot
• Be well organized, detail oriented, and have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

• Position will be hourly at current union contractual rate
• World-class medical insurance
• Benefits currently include: Dental, vison, 401(k), company paid life/AD&D insurance, flex spending, short-term disability, paid holidays, and vacation time
• Safety shoes and safety glasses reimbursement

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BY SUBMITTING THIS APPLICATION YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THIS INFORMATION.

I certify that the information on this application and its supporting documents is accurate and complete. I understand and agree that failure to fully complete the form, or misrepresentation or omission of facts, represents grounds for elimination from consideration for employment, or termination after employment if discovered at a later date.

I authorize Washington Mills to investigate, without liability, all statements contained in this application and supporting materials.

I authorize references and former employers, without liability, to make full responses to any inquiries in connection with this application for employment.

If selected for a position, I agree to submit to a physical exam, background investigation, and/or screening for illegal substances upon conditional offer of employment, depending on the position requirements. Job-related concerns identified during any of the above screenings may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

I understand that this document is NOT an offer of employment, and that an offer of employment, if tendered, does NOT constitute a contract for continued guaranteed employment. I understand that employees of Washington Mills who work at union facilities and are obligated to join the union as a result of the position they are applying for, serve pursuant to the terms of the applicable contract and the employment relationship may be terminated at any time by you, for any or no reason, and the Company may terminate you pursuant to the applicable contract but in no event for a reason prohibited by law.

If employed, I will be required to furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and any other information required to be provided to employer by law or for benefit eligibility, and to comply with Company and departmental policies, practices, rules, and regulations.

I understand that if employed on a temporary basis, I would be paid for hours worked only, and would be ineligible for benefits including paid time off. I understand that any benefits I receive outside anyapplicablecontract may be subject to change or discontinuation at any time without prior notice.

I understand that if offered employment, I will be required to complete a Form I-9 and that the Company reserves the right to terminate my employment if said information is processed through E-Verify and I am unable to resolve any discrepancies in my information with the Social Security Administration, the Department of Homeland Security, or any other applicable government agency.

Washington Mills, Tonawanda, New York, United States of America