Production Operator

About the role

Our plant in Columbia is divided into two areas: textiles and mill. In these areas, we specialize in the manufacturing of rubber and string used in Gates belts.

The process starts with raw materials that are handled, mixed, heated, and cooled for mill production, and carefully unwound, coated, and rewound for textiles.

Your day will involve working collaboratively with a team, lifting up to 50 lbs., measuring, mixing, and gently monitoring machinery and gauges.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to manufacture rubber and string for Gates belts
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as part of the manufacturing process
• Maintain quality standards in a fast-paced environment
• Work 40 hours per week, plus overtime, with reliable and consistent attendance

Requirements

• Able to perform physical tasks, lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work 40 hours per week, plus overtime, with reliable and consistent attendance
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Able to communicate effectively, carrying out both written and verbal instructions
• Basic reading, math, computer, and measurement skills required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship

Qualifications

• Must have good communication skills
• Must have basic reading, math, computer, and measurement skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work 40 hours per week, plus overtime, with reliable and consistent attendance
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards
• Must be able to communicate effectively, carrying out both written and verbal instructions
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without sponsorship

Skills

• Physical strength and dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Effective communication

Benefits

• Starting salary of $20.19/hr plus $0.75 shift differential
• Great team culture that works together to get the job done
• Eligible for benefits in 30 days or less, including 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off - starting at a max of 21 days per year!
• Employee Discounts - computers, vehicles, amusement park tickets, gym memberships, and more!

Pay

• $20.19/hr plus $0.75 shift differential

Schedule

• 40 hours per week, plus overtime

Work Environment

• Noise level: moderate to loud
• Temperatures can vary depending on weather conditions and can be extreme
• Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and a hard hat required

Why Gates?

• Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado
• Publicly traded on the NYSE
• Pushes the boundaries of material science
• Invests in its people
• Common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science
• Managed in accordance with OSHAS requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.