Senior Production Operator

Mural-Group; Holden (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mural-Group is seeking senior production operators for a facility in Holden, MA. The role focuses on operating blending and extrusion processes, performing SAP transactions, and ensuring batches meet specifications.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in plastics/chemical manufacturing, are forklift-certified, and can train others. The position requires overnight 3rd shift Sunday–Thursday and working in a PPE-intensive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in blending, mixing, extrusion, or plastics/chemical manufacturing.
• SAP experience required; must complete all production transactions independently.
• Active forklift certification.
• Qualified across blending and extrusion operational areas.
• Experience training other employees on production processes.
• Available for 3rd shift overnight (Sun–Thu, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM).
• Comfortable in a chemical/industrial environment with full PPE; able to lift 55 lbs.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate blending and extrusion machinery across all production areas.
• Weigh ingredients to recipe specifications; monitor production and troubleshoot overnight.
• Complete SAP production transactions throughout the shift.
• Take samples to quality control and bring batches into specification.
• Train new and returning employees on production processes.
• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork during overnight operations.
• Complete documentation including production logs and batch records.
• Adhere to ISO, EHS, and safety rules; maintain housekeeping standards.

Skills

SAP proficiency

Forklift certification

Training others

Team leadership

Overnight shift readiness

Blending/extrusion experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Mural is partnering with a global specialty chemical and polymer manufacturer to fill senior-level production roles at their facilities in Michigan and Ohio. Our client is a publicly traded global company that produces polymer colorants and specialty additive materials for automotive, packaging, healthcare, and consumer product industries. They need experienced senior operators who can qualify across multiple production areas, use SAP, operate a forklift, and contribute to training newer team members.

What you will be doing

• Set up and operate blending and extrusion machinery across all operational areas

• Weigh ingredients to recipe specification; monitor production and troubleshoot issues on overnight shift

• Complete all SAP production transactions throughout the shift -- SAP expertise is expected

• Take samples to quality control; follow lab instructions to bring batches into specification

• Train new and returning employees on production processes and methods

• Demonstrate leadership and teamwork in all phases of the overnight operation

• Complete all documentation including production logs, batch records, and end-of-shift paperwork

• Follow ISO, EHS, and all safety rules; maintain housekeeping standards

What we are looking for

• 3+ years of experience in blending, mixing, extrusion, or plastics/chemical manufacturing

• SAP experience required -- must complete all production transactions independently

• Active forklift certification

• Qualified across both blending and extrusion operational areas

• Experience training other employees on production processes

• Available for 3rd shift overnight -- Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

• Comfortable in a chemical/industrial environment with full PPE; lift 55 lbs regularly

• High school diploma or GED required

Pay and Schedule

Competitive hourly rate. 3rd shift: Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Holden, Massachusetts (Worcester area).