Recycling Production Operator | 12-Hour Shifts, Safety‑Focused

Ravago Manufacturing Americas; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ravago Americas is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate recycling equipment, meet production goals, and ensure product quality through teamwork and adherence to procedures.

You will perform startups and shutdowns, move materials with a forklift, and maintain a clean, safe work area in a non climate-controlled plant. Prior forklift experience and basic math skills are required.

This role requires a willingness to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including every other weekend.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years forklift experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English efficiently (preferred).
• Basic math skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate recycling equipment safely to meet production goals.
• Follow SOCs and Work Package Instructions.
• Communicate and review work-in-process status at shifts.
• Perform equipment startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Report issues to management promptly.
• Safely operate a forklift and follow material handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe work area per 7S.
• Support special projects and cross-functional tasks.
• Follow quality, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Uphold Ravago Code of Conduct.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English communication

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ravago Americas is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate recycling equipment, meet production goals, and ensure product quality through teamwork and adherence to procedures.

You will perform startups and shutdowns, move materials with a forklift, and maintain a clean, safe work area in a non climate-controlled plant. Prior forklift experience and basic math skills are required.

This role requires a willingness to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including every other weekend.