Production Operator – Filler/Strainer

Starting pay: $23.61 per hour. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship.

About the role

As a Production Operator – Filler/Strainer, you will be part of a team that manufactures and packages quality paints, stains, and other materials in our production plants using automated filling equipment. We seek self-driven employees who value collaboration and efficiency, offering daily opportunities to contribute and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Work in a PSM (Process Safety Management) building that includes solvents and solvent-borne materials.
• Comply with all safety rules and standard safety practices.
• Set up, monitor, troubleshoot, and interact with filling equipment as required.
• Perform quality inspections and checks (e.g., lift weights, labeling, coding checks).
• Communicate issues in the department or with equipment to management or maintenance personnel.
• Lift cases or pails of product as needed onto filling line conveyors.
• Drive powered industrial truck (PIT) to supply or remove materials or finished products.
• Keep work areas clean and maintain expected housekeeping standards.
• Maintain and/or assist with production line efficiency improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Able to read, understand, and follow instructions and operating procedures in English.
• Able to wear all required PPE, including hard hat, FR uniform, steel/composite-toe safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and other protective gear.
• Comfortable working in environments with temperature variations.
• Able to stand for long periods and climb stairs.
• Able to bend, reach, and lift during tasks that involve transfer hoses, drums, or similar materials.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely operate a Powered Industrial Truck (PIT).
• Basic computer skills (e.g., SAP, Vorne, or similar systems).
• Ability to complete and demonstrate understanding of required safety training.

Schedule

4 x 10-hour shifts: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with overtime as needed.

Benefits

Full-time benefits available.

Pay

$23.61 per hour.