Production Operator

About the role

The Production Operator supports manufacturing operations by performing material handling, equipment operation, and production tasks to ensure efficient and safe product output. This role contributes to consistent product quality by following established procedures, tracking production data, and maintaining organized work areas. The position plays a key role in supporting daily operations across production, warehouse, and shipping functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and perform material handling activities, including transferring, dosing, and packaging materials.
• Track and record production data such as material usage, lot numbers, and process issues to ensure accuracy and traceability.
• Support production processes by assisting with blending operations, equipment handling, and operational tasks across departments.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, including performing manual cleanup and proper material handling.
• Follow all safety, operational procedures, and PPE requirements while identifying and reporting issues.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED with basic math skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, work orders, and standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to operate or learn production equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, shoveling, and material handling.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment with strong reliability and self-motivation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to operate or learn production equipment.
• Physical stamina for lifting, shoveling, and material handling.
• Team player with reliability and self-motivation.

Skills

• Basic math skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina.
• Teamwork.
• Following instructions.
• Operate production equipment.
• Material handling.
• Blending operations.
• Operational tasks.
• Work in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Vibrantz offers a comprehensive total rewards package including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and a variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Pay

$22.75 - $22.75

Schedule

N/A

Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and a variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Location

Quincy, IL

Company Information

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.